With a playoff game on the line, Willows rose to the challenge on Tuesday. They had just enough and edged the Lassen Grizzlies out 7-5. Winning may never get old, but Willows sure is getting used to it with their third in a row.
Kimberly Garrison spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and one unearned) runs on nine hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Bethany Millen was incredible, going 1-for-2 with a home run and two runs. Another player making a difference was Gabi Cano, who went 2-for-4 with three RBI and a triple.
On Lassen's side, Cadence Morris was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching six innings while giving up just one earned (and six unearned) runs off four hits. Morris was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two RBI.
In other batting news, Delilah Delgado made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with three runs, a triple, and an RBI. Patty Carvalho was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.
Even though they lost, Lassen was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Willows didn't hit any.
Willows' victory bumped their record up to 17-11-1. As for Lassen, their loss dropped their record down to 16-12-1.
Willows will face off against University Prep at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Willows is looking to tack on another W to their six-game streak on the road. Lassen does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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