Grant Union came tearing into Friday's game with ten straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 12.8 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They never let the Heppner/Ione Mustangs onto the board and left with a 12-0 win. The result was nothing new for Grant Union, who have now won 11 matches by seven runs or more so far this season.
Drew Williams made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out eight over five innings pitched. Williams has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 12 consecutive pitching appearances. Williams was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with a home run.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Addy Northway, who went 4-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and a triple. Savannah Watterson was another key contributor, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with a home run and three runs.
Grant Union pushed their record up to 15-1 with that victory, which was their 19th straight at home dating back to last season. As for Heppner/Ione, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-4 record this season.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Grant Union beat Heppner/Ione by a score of 17-2 later that day.
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