Hoisington lost to Hesston in Friday's first game, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction in Friday's second game. The Hoisington Cardinals sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 3-2 win over the Hesston Swathers.
For Hesston's part, Elyse Griffin put in work no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching six innings while giving up three earned runs off seven hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Griffin has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. Griffin was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
Griffin wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Kori Kramer, who went 2-for-3 with a stolen base.
Hoisington's victory bumped their record up to 6-1. As for Hesston, their loss dropped their record down to 8-2.
Hoisington will head out on the road to square off against Haven at 4:00 p.m. in Tuesday's first game. Hoisington is looking to tack on another W to their four-game streak on the road. As for Hesston, they will look to defend their home field in Tuesday's first game against Nickerson at 4:00 p.m. Hesston is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8 runs per game this season.
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