Grandfield came into Friday's game having lost 20 straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the Waurika Eagles 11-9. Grandfield's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Braden Garlington was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He struck out 14 batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits. Garlington has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Garlington was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Cooper Henson was incredible, scoring five runs and stealing three bases while going 5-for-5. Another player making a difference was Camlann Varelman, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Grandfield's win ended a 12-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-14. As for Waurika, their loss was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 2-5.
Grandfield will head out on the road to take on Temple at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Temple's pitching crew has only allowed 3.1 runs per game this season, so Grandfield's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Waurika, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Wilson at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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