Oak Grove Grizzlies Edge Out Enka Jets 3-2 in Thrilling Matchup

The Oak Grove Grizzlies came out swinging on Thursday, securing a hard-fought 3-2 victory over the Enka Jets. The Grizzlies jumped to an early lead, racking up all three of their runs in a dynamic first inning. Despite a late-game surge from the Jets, Oak Grove's early advantage held firm.

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Abby Cruz had a standout performance, going 1-for-2 at the plate, stealing a base, and scoring a crucial run to fuel the Grizzlies' offense. Isabelle Lawrence added to the scoreboard with 2 RBI, a stolen base, and a 1-for-3 outing.

On the mound, Mary Peyton Hodge was an absolute force. Pitching a complete game, Hodge struck out 14 batters, stifling the Jets' lineup. She allowed just 2 earned runs, continuing her impressive streak of not surrendering more than two walks in ten straight appearances.

Next up, the Grizzlies are set to face A.C. Reynolds today at 6:00 PM in the third round of the 2024 NCHSAA Softball State Championships- 3A.