Lockport extended their losing streak to three on Saturday, dropping their season record down to 3-5 in the process. They took a 4-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Grand Island Vikings. The game marked the first time this season in which the Lions were not able to get on the board.
As for Grand Island, they have been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-4 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.8 runs on average over those games.
For Grand Island's part, the result came thanks to Natalie Kopf's shutout, as she gave up just a hit and racked up ten Ks. Kopf has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Hannah Simpson was excellent, going 2-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Lockport will face off against rival Kenmore East at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Grand Island is set to challenge their familiar foe Lewiston-Porter at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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