Northview didn't have done well against Johns Creek recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Wednesday. The Northview Titans had just enough and edged the Johns Creek Gladiators out 7-6. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Titans as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.
Stephanie Bombard spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and five unearned) runs on eight hits.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Stella Weaver, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4. That's the most hits she has posted since back in August. Another player making a difference was Jordyn Burdick, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI.
Northview's victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 7-11. As for Johns Creek, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost seven of their last eight matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-15 record this season.
Northview's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Clarkston at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Northview is facing Clarkston at the right time seeing as Clarkston is stuck on a 14-game losing streak. As for Johns Creek, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Gainesville at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Johns Creek is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.2 runs per game this season.
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