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| 03/26/26 - Home | 4-3 W |
| 03/10/26 - Away | 5-12 L |
| 04/28/25 - Home | 0-13 L |
| 04/25/25 - Home | 0-13 L |
| 04/17/25 - Away | 0-11 L |
| + 2 more games |
Grainger took a seven-run loss the last time they faced off against Volunteer, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Grizzlies sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 4-3 win over the Falcons on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Grizzlies have posted since March 28, 2025.
Shylo Williford spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on three hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, Jaylee Nickell was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, two doubles, and one run. That's the most doubles she has posted since back in March of 2025. The team also got some help courtesy of McKinley Mills, who went 2-for-3 with two runs and one triple.
Grainger now has a winning record of 6-5. As for Volunteer, their defeat was their first in the district, dropping their district record down to 2-1 and their overall record down to 3-3.
Looking ahead, Grainger will challenge Jefferson County at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. The Grizzlies' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Patriots have averaged an impressive 7.8 runs per game this season. As for Volunteer, they will host Chuckey-Doak at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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