Canton came into Wednesday's game having lost five straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They came out on top against the Churchill Chargers on Wednesday by a score of 3-2 (the very same score they lost by in their prior game). That result was just more of the same for these two, as Canton also won the last time the pair played on May 4th.
Emma Grau made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out 17 over ten innings pitched. Grau has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than ten strikeouts in nine consecutive pitching appearances. Grau was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 4-for-5.
In other batting news, Ella Fournier was excellent, going 3-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
Canton's win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 17-11-1. As for Churchill, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last eight matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-8 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Canton will take on Richmond at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Churchill, they will play host again on Tuesday to welcome Franklin, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:30 p.m.
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