After flying high against Glendale Prep Academy on Saturday, Pinon came back down to earth. The Pinon Eagles' rough 22-4 loss to the Glendale Prep Academy Griffins on Saturday might stick with them for a while. Pinon was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Glendale Prep Academy apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played.
For Glendale Prep Academy's part, Natalie Whipple made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. Whipple has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Whipple was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring four runs and stealing four bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, Glendale Prep Academy got a massive performance out of Zhanna Smith, who scored three runs while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances. Lydia Perlin was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Pinon now has a losing record at 1-2. As for Glendale Prep Academy, the victory got them back to even at 2-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Pinon will take on Ganado at 2:45 p.m. on Thursday. As for Glendale Prep Academy, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Phoenix Christian at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
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