Garrett hadn't done well against Angola recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Railroaders came out on top against the Hornets by a score of 4-1. For the Railroaders, this counts as revenge for the 4-0 win the Hornets walked away with the last time they faced one another back in April of 2024.
Ashlee Vanderbosch spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on four hits and racked up six Ks. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Peyton Grindstaff was incredible, firing off two home runs, four RBI, and one double while going 3-for-3. Those two home runs gave her a new career-high. Sarah DePew was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two runs and one double.
Railroaders
| 04/24/25 vs Angola | 4-1 |
| 04/23/25 @ Hamilton | 15-0 |
| 04/22/25 vs Fairfield | 5-2 |
The victory was the third in a row for Garrett, bringing their record up to 10-2. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.0 run on average over those games. As for Angola, their loss was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Garrett will head out to challenge DeKalb at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Angola, they will venture away from home to take on Leo at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. The Lions' pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so the Hornets' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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