Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Horizon). They came out on top against the Grand Junction Central Warriors by a score of 8-5 on Thursday. That's more bragging rights for the Hawks, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Paxtyn Henry
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Paxtyn Henry looked comfortable as he pitched four innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits. What's more, he posted two strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April of 2025.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Drew Williams, who went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs. Those two runs gave him a new career-high. Brock Hilyard also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen bases of the season.
Horizon kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their hit total in three consecutive contests.
Horizon's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Grand Junction Central, they now have a losing record of 2-3.
Horizon will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Holy Family at 4:00 p.m. on the 31st. As for Grand Junction Central, they will host Northglenn at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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