Grafton hasn't had much luck against Homestead recently, but that could start to change on Monday. The Black Hawks will host the Highlanders at 4:15 p.m. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Grafton is headed into Monday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Thursday. They lost 12-4 to Port Washington. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Black Hawks have suffered against the Pirates since May 2, 2022.
Grace Zvara made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and got on base in three of her four plate appearances with one stolen base and one run. That stolen base was her first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Avery Schoggins, who went 1-for-3 with one run and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Homestead was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They came up short against Waukesha West, falling 9-3.
Claire Gilbertson and Lauren Faucett stepped up to the plate in a big way. Gilbertson went 2-for-3 with two RBI, while Faucett went a perfect 2-for-2 with one stolen base and one run.
Homestead's defeat dropped their record down to 1-9. As for Grafton, they now have a losing record of 5-6.
Homestead's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Grafton has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .465. It's a different story for Homestead, though, as they've only averaged .339. Will they be able to contain Grafton's hitters?
Grafton couldn't quite get it done against Homestead when the teams last played back in May of 2024 as they fell 5-0. Can the Black Hawks avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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