While Grants's win against Espanola Valley wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Pirates skirted past the Sundevils 15-14. That's more bragging rights for the Pirates, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Olivia Toivanen was a major factor no matter where she played. She pitched four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits. Toivanen was also stellar in the batter's box, going 4-for-5 with five RBI, two doubles, and one triple. That's the most doubles she has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Grants got a massive performance out of Annora Graham, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI. That's the most hits Graham has posted over her last 11 matchups. Another player making a difference was Aubrhyanna Garcia, who went 2-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Grants was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .514. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .300 or higher in 12 consecutive games.
Pirates
| 04/23/25 @ Espanola Valley | 15-14 |
| 04/14/25 @ Laguna Acoma | 14-5 |
| 04/14/25 @ Laguna Acoma | 10-8 |
| 04/08/25 @ Highland | 16-0 |
Grants pushed their record up to 13-9 with the victory, which was their fourth straight on the road. The road wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 13.8 runs over those games. As for Espanola Valley, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 12 of their last 14 contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-15 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Grants will face off against Highland at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Pirates are facing the Hornets at the right time seeing as the Hornets are stuck on a 12-game losing streak. As for Espanola Valley, they will square off against Los Alamos at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Hilltoppers will roll in looking for their ninth straight victory, something the Sundevils surely won't give up without a fight.
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