Cherokee Trail lost against Grandview back in May of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The Cherokee Trail Cougars fell 6-3 to the Grandview Wolves. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Cherokee Trail in their matchups with Grandview: they've now lost four in a row.
Cherokee Trail got a good showing from Ethin Woltz, who tossed 2.2 innings while giving up no earned run off three hits (he also only allowed one walk). Woltz has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Akoi Burton made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-3. Braedan Reichert was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
On Grandview's side, Justin Dean spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned runs on five hits and racked up seven Ks.
On the hitting side, Chase Chapman was excellent, scoring a run and stealing three bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Cherokee Trail's defeat dropped their record down to 7-5. As for Grandview, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-6.
Cherokee Trail will challenge Smoky Hill at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday. Cherokee Trail is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.3 runs per game this season. As for Grandview, they will be playing at home against Arapahoe at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday. Grandview is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.2 runs per game this season.
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