It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Kingsburg had no problem doing just that on Friday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Atascadero Greyhounds, sneaking past 3-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Vikings have posted since April 14th.
Jensen Hirschkorn
| 05/16/25 vs Atascadero | 16 |
| 03/25/24 @ Mt. Whitney | 9 |
| 03/08/25 vs Lemoore | 7 |
| 03/14/24 vs Immanuel | 7 |
| 04/30/25 vs Sierra Pacific | 6 |
Jensen Hirschkorn was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out 16 over seven innings pitched. Those 16 strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run and one stolen base.
Kingsburg hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Atascadero struck out 16 times.
Kingsburg's win bumped their record up to 19-10. As for Atascadero, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 13-15 record this season.
Kingsburg will challenge Paso Robles at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Bearcats will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Vikings surely won't give up without a fight. Atascadero does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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