Priest River is 0-3 against Grangeville since April of 2024 but things could change on Friday. The Spartans will host the Bulldogs at 2:00 p.m. Priest River has given up an average of 23.1 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Priest River is headed into Friday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their seventh straight game on Tuesday. They lost 26-0 to Troy. The game marked the first time this year in which the Spartans were not able to get on the board.
Meanwhile, Grangeville was able to grind out a solid victory over Orofino on Tuesday, taking the game 19-15.
Addisyn Vanderwall was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all six of her plate appearances. What's more, she posted four hits, the most she's had since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Madalyn Green, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 3-for-5.
Grangeville kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. They are 6-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
Grangeville's win bumped their record up to 7-8. As for Priest River, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-9-1.
Friday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Priest River has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .458. However, it's not like Grangeville struggles in that department as they've averaged .489. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Priest River suffered a grim 19-0 defeat to Grangeville when the teams last played back in April of 2024. Can the Spartans avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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