The Granada Hills softball team is set to face off against Carson in the championship game on Saturday at 3 p.m. at Cal State Northridge. This matchup marks a crucial opportunity for the Highlanders to earn their first No. 1 seed in the City Section Open Division playoffs after coming up short three years in a row.
Key Players and Performances
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Addison Moorman:
- Played a pivotal role in Granada Hills’ semifinal victory over Venice, striking out nine of the 16 batters she faced.
- Previously threw seven no-hit innings against Chatsworth before being lifted due to two walks with one out remaining.
- In the game against Venice, she walked Gondoliers pitcher Emily Rodriguez but then retired Rachel Klinefelter on a ground ball and struck out Sandy Carrera looking.
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Jocelyn Jimenez:
- Made an impressive catch above shoulder level while sprinting towards left-center field to rob Carrera of extra bases.
Despite reaching base via error or walk several times throughout the game, Venice was unable to capitalize on these opportunities.
Coaching Philosophy
Head coach Ivan Garcia emphasized the importance of executing every play perfectly, regardless of the score margin. He wants his team focused and not getting too comfortable after taking leads early.
Season Overview
Granada Hills has posted an impressive record since losing both meetings against Carson last season and has won all four games played within league play this current campaign. However, they have struggled somewhat outside conference matchups compared to prior seasons under Garcia’s leadership.
Standout Contributors
Standout performers such as Addison Moorman have contributed greatly to the overall success this season, along with others like:
- Samantha Esparza
- Annabella Ramirez
- Jasmine Soriano
- Zoe Justman
- Elysse Diaz
These talented young ladies have faced adversity, including the loss of key players mid-season due to injuries, which forced lineup changes and resulted in temporary dips in performance. However, they have bounced back stronger than ever, currently sitting atop the rankings heading into championship weekend.
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