Gresham was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They fell 8-3 to the Sandy Pioneers. Gresham was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Sandy apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April.
For Sandy's part, Ruby Marak was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off six hits. Marak has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Marak was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.
In other batting news, Kaylee Swanson was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. Taylor Donahue was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-4.
Gresham's defeat dropped their record down to 10-13. As for Sandy, the victory (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 10-11.
Gresham will head out on the road to take on Clackamas at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Sandy, they will be playing at home against Nelson at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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