Grant was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss. They suffered a tough 27-3 defeat at the hands of the North Hollywood Huskies. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Grant of the 23-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
Naomi Patterson made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and a triple.
On North Hollywood's side, Ellison Hinnen made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 14 batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits (and not a single walk). Hinnen has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in ten consecutive pitching appearances. Hinnen was also stellar in the batter's box, firing off two home runs, three stolen bases, and five RBI while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Mia Jurado was incredible, firing off two home runs, five stolen bases, and five runs while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Allison Avalos was another key contributor, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with a home run, three runs, and three RBI.
Grant's defeat dropped their record down to 1-8. As for North Hollywood, their win bumped their record up to 3-10.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Verdugo Hills the next time they take the field. Grant will host Verdugo Hills at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, while North Hollywood will head out to face them at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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