It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Gray's Creek had no problem doing just that on Tuesday. They came out on top against the Purnell Swett Rams by a score of 8-3. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last three times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.
Hannah Welsh
| 05/06/25 vs Purnell Swett | 11 |
| 05/01/25 vs Purnell Swett | 3 |
| 04/25/25 vs Cape Fear | 4 |
| 04/22/25 @ Jack Britt | 2 |
| 04/08/25 vs Lumberton | 5 |
| 03/26/25 vs Hoke County | 13 |
Hannah Welsh made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 11 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned runs off ten hits (and only one walk). That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in March. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two RBI.
In other batting news, Gray's Creek got a massive performance out of August Kebort, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and one triple. That's the most RBI Kebort has posted since back in April. Amariya Green was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
Gray's Creek always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .548. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Purnell Swett only posted an OBP of .353.
Gray's Creek's win bumped their record up to 21-3. As for Purnell Swett, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 11-13.
Looking ahead, Gray's Creek will look to defend their home field on Friday against Wakefield. The Wolverines' pitching crew has only allowed 3.7 runs per game this season, so the Bears' hitters will have their work cut out for them. Purnell Swett does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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