After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Biggs, Loyalton was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They put the hurt on the Redding Christian Lions with a sharp 10-2 victory. That looming 10-2 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Grizzlies yet this season.
Cooper Holland
Cooper Holland made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out 15 over six innings pitched. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Loyalton is 2-1 when he allows at most one earned run, but 1-2 otherwise. Holland was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, Preston Hubbs was incredible, scoring two runs while going 3-for-5. The dominant performance also gave him a new career-high in doubles (two). Nate Joy was another key player, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-4.
Loyalton kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their hit total in four consecutive matchups.
Loyalton has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a massive bump to their 3-3 record this season. Having lost for the first time this season, Redding Christian fell to 2-1.
Loyalton has already played their next game, an 18-5 win against Fall River on the 21st. As for Redding Christian, they will head out to face off against Trinity at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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