Sadly, Hill is still looking for their first win of the season after eight matchups. Their rough 18-2 loss to the Gunderson Grizzlies on Wednesday might stick with them for a while. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Hill of the 18-3 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
For Gunderson's part, Alanna Martinez Poklong was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out 11 batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits (and only one walk). Martinez Poklong has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Martinez Poklong was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and a triple.
In other batting news, Gunderson got a massive performance out of Desirae Regalado, who scored three runs while going 2-for-3. Breanna Bartek was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Hill's loss dropped their record down to 0-8. As for Gunderson, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Hill will be playing in front of their home fans against James Lick at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Gunderson, they will head out on the road to challenge Overfelt at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Both teams will come into the game having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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