Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Paradise Honors couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They fell just short of the Walden Grove Red Wolves by a score of 2-1 on Wednesday. Having soared to a lofty 19 runs in the game before, Paradise Honors couldn't push the score so high this time.
Olivia Jimenez Facio spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on eight hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in eight consecutive pitching appearances.
On Walden Grove's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Oliviah Valdez gave up one run (which was unearned) on two hits.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Natalie Holzer, who went 1-for-4 with a home run and two RBI.
Paradise Honors' loss ended an eight-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 20-10. As for Walden Grove, their victory bumped their record up to 13-11.
Paradise Honors does not have any more games scheduled as of now. Walden Grove also has no future games currently scheduled.
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