Pendleton dropped their record down to 10-2 on Friday, which also ended the team's ten-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season. They fell just short of the La Grande Tigers by a score of 7-5. The Buckaroos were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tigers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
As for La Grande, the win keeps they at an undefeated 15-0. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 11.9 runs this season.
For La Grande's part, Kallyn Harnack spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on nine hits.
On the hitting side, Marti Anderson was excellent, going 2-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and one double. Cassidy Hogge also deserves some recognition as she launched her first home run of the season.
Looking ahead, Pendleton will square off against Weston-McEwen/Griswold at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for La Grande, they will challenge Baker/Powder Valley at 2:00 p.m. on Friday.
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