Kanab was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They lost 12-3 to the Millard Eagles. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Kanab of the 13-3 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Tuesday.
Savanah Hulet made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole three bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances. Gracie Jensen was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with a stolen base and a double.
On Millard's side, Gracie Stephenson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on four hits and racked up six Ks. Stephenson has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Kadi Dearden was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Macie Wade, who scored a run while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Kanab's loss dropped their record down to 6-11. As for Millard, their win bumped their record up to 7-13.
Kanab does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Millard, they will be playing at home against Parowan at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Millard is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.5 runs per game this season.
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