Pullman is 0-5 against Deer Park since March of 2017 but things could change on Tuesday. Pullman will welcome Deer Park at 4:00 p.m. Pullman has given up an average of 11.7 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Pullman lost 23-8 to Moscow on Saturday. The Greyhounds have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Taylor Cromie made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and fired off two home runs, five RBI, and three runs while going 2-for-2.
Meanwhile, Deer Park put another one in the bag on Saturday to keep their perfect season alive. They put the hurt on West Valley with a sharp 12-2 win. The Stags might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five matchups by ten runs or more this season.
Hailey Thompson made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed five innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one home run.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Lucy Lathrop, who fired off two home runs, five RBI, and three runs while going 2-for-3. Those two home runs gave her a new career-high. Kapri Bailey was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one home run and two RBI.
Deer Park kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least eight hits every time they've taken the field this season.
Deer Park pushed their record up to 7-0 with the victory, which was their fourth straight on the road.the team's perfect season has a lot to do with their hitting performance: the team won's by an average of 12.2 runs thus far As for Pullman, their loss dropped their record down to 2-4.
Tuesday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Pullman hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .380. However, it's not like Deer Park struggles in that department as they've averaged .503. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Pullman couldn't quite finish off Deer Park in their previous meeting back in March of 2024 and fell 15-13. Will Pullman have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
