Sandy has not done well against Gresham recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Monday. The Sandy Pioneers walked away with an 8-3 win over the Gresham Gophers. Winning may never get old, but Sandy sure is getting used to it with their fifth in a row.
Ruby Marak made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off six hits. Marak has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Marak was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kaylee Swanson, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Taylor Donahue, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-4.
Sandy pushed their record up to 10-11 with that victory, which was their third straight on the road. As for Gresham, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 10-13.
Sandy will be playing in front of their home fans against Nelson at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Gresham, they will head out on the road to take on Clackamas at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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