The Chagrin Falls Tigers are taking a road trip to take on the Beachwood Bison at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Chagrin Falls has given up an average of 18.6 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Chagrin Falls managed to slip by Hawken the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Tigers lost 16-8 to the Hawks on Tuesday. The contest marked the Tigers' lowest-scoring match so far this season.
Chagrin Falls got a big performance out of Gina Ponikvar, who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI. Those stolen bases were Ponikvar's first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Brigitte Edwards, who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Beachwood scored the most runs they've had this season on Tuesday, but it wasn't enough. They fell just short of Orange by a score of 22-20. The Bison's defeat continues a trend for the team, making it five in a row.
Amaya Brown led a balanced group of hitters, going 3-for-5 with six RBI, three runs, and one double. Lily Grover was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three runs and four RBI.
This is the second loss in a row for Chagrin Falls and nudges their season record down to 1-4. As for Beachwood, their loss dropped their record down to 1-5.
Wednesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Chagrin Falls has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .557. However, it's not like Beachwood struggles in that department as they've averaged .437. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Chagrin Falls came up short against Beachwood when the teams last played on April 7th, falling 15-12. Can the Tigers avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
