El Paso-Gridley extended their losing streak to 12 on Monday, dropping them down to 3-18. They lost 10-2 to the Heyworth Hornets. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Titans of the 16-6 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2025.
El Paso-Gridley saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Alexis Elliott, who went 1-for-3 with one double.
As for Heyworth, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five games. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-10 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won nine contests by six runs or more this season.
On Heyworth's side, Natalie Kopp spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered two runs (both of which were unearned) on six hits.
At the plate, Heyworth got a big performance out of Emerson Becker, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with two RBI and one run. Another player making a difference was Grace Streenz, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.
Looking ahead, El Paso-Gridley will venture away from home to face off against Deer Creek-Mackinaw at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Titans' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Chiefs have averaged an impressive 9.4 runs per game this season. As for Heyworth, they will face off against Stark County at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Rebels' pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so the Hornets' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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