Chippewa Hills had lost six straight on the road, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 15-14 to make it seven. They fell just short of the Grant Tigers by a score of 5-4. Unfortunately, that's the fourth time they've come up short against the Tigers this season, with their most recent defeat being a 20-1 loss on Thursday.
Ella Newman
| 05/15/25 @ Grant | 13 |
| 05/12/25 @ Newaygo | 8 |
| 05/09/25 @ Kent City | 10 |
| 05/09/25 @ Kent City | 16 |
Ella Newman was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 13 batters over 6.2 innings while giving up four earned (and one unearned) runs off nine hits (and only one walk). She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one stolen base and one RBI.
In other batting news, Bailey Soper-Brigner made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
As for Grant, they have been performing well recently as they've won 12 of their last 15 matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 22-6 record this season. The victory was familiar territory for they, who have now won eight contests in a row.
On Grant's side, Payton Shoemaker spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on one hit and racked up eight Ks.
At the plate, Reese Gragg was excellent, going 2-for-3 with one triple, one run, and one RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Chippewa Hills will face off against Morley Stanwood at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Grant, they will square off against Hesperia at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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