Farrington hasn't had much luck against Kailua recently, but that could start to change on Saturday. The Governors will be playing at home against the Surfriders at 10:00 a.m. Expect the scorekeeper to be kept busy: if their previous games are any indication, these teams will really light up the scoreboard.
While Farrington's win against Waipahu wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Governors had just enough and edged out the Marauders 29-28. The Governors' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Farrington got a massive performance out of Manaea Emelio, who scored four runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-5. The team also got some help courtesy of Trinity Lasit, who scored six runs and stole a base while getting on base in all six of her plate appearances.
Farrington was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .438. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .407 or higher in three consecutive matches.
Meanwhile, Kailua got themselves on the board against Kalaheo on Thursday, but Kalaheo never followed suit. They were the clear victors by a 14-0 margin over the Mustangs. The victory continues a trend for the Surfriders in their matchups with the Mustangs: they've now won eight in a row.
Farrington's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Kailua, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Farrington might still be hurting after the 13-2 defeat they got from Kailua when the teams last played back in April of 2024. Will the Governors have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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