une seule fois en quatre manches, Grenoble n’a pas eu le moins du tout le temps de réagir. Les Pharaonnes ont su contrôler le match de bout en bout, grâce à une défense solide et une attaque efficace. Avec cette victoire, Évry‑Courcouronnes prend la tête du classement, devant le Paris 92 et le Montpellier HSC.Grenoble showed a strong defense, solid pitching, and a well-managed pitching rotation. Despite a difficult start to the season, Grenoble showed encouraging sequences and individual players capable of turning the game.
MATCH 1 – Évry-Courcouronnes 15-2 Grenoble
From the first few innings, Évry set a fast pace, alternating powerful hits, discipline at bat, and aggression on the bases. Ambre Brouard set the tone with 3 hits in 4 trips to the plate, 3 RBI, and a double, embodying an attack that knew how to hit in the right areas and exploit every opportunity. Rosalie Coste, on the other hand, pitched a complete game: 3 hits, 2 RBI, and especially 4.0 innings pitched for only 2 hits conceded.
Grenoble responded with sequences, thanks to Diane Simon (2 hits, 1 RBI), but sometimes lacked defensive stability. The team, however, showed great energy in the offensive phases, and one of the areas for progress will be to transform these sequences into continuity throughout the game.
The Khaleesi of Match 1: Rosalie Coste. Total impact.3 hits, 2 RBI, and a pitching performance that locked down the game.
MATCH 2 — Évry‑Courcouronnes 12 – 4 Grenoble
The second match confirmed Évry’s ability to produce danger on all lines. Lila d’Hauteville delivered a high-quality offensive performance (3 hits, 2 doubles), Jade Aubard Cojan added 3 RBI, and Inès El Mouttaqui-Le Guen recorded a 3/4 (3 hits out of 4 at bats) with 3 RBI, illustrating the Pharaonnes’ offensive variety.
Grenoble responded better, particularly thanks to Ellie Bouis (1 double, 2 RBI) and Diane Simon (1 triple). The team showed that it could compete in certain phases.
The Khaleesi of Match 2: Lila d’Hauteville. An important offensive performance: 3 hits, 2 doubles, 2 points scored, and a central role in the game’s tempo.
Columbes – Nice: The Wildcats reboundLa Khaleesi du Match 2 : Oriana Alvarado Torres. Une performance incroyable avec 5 RBI.monticule, Laurie Saurat played her role perfectly with 3.0 IP, 1 H, 6 SO, leaving no chance for Cavigal.
The Khaleesi of Match 2: Oriana Alvarado Torres. An outstanding offensive performance: 5 RBI, 2 hits.
Pessac – Saint-Raphaël: the Comanches in charge.
In Pessac, the Panthers faced a very organized Saint-Raphaël team. The Comanches imposed their rhythm, discipline and experience, while Pessac showed solid bases.
MATCH 1 – Saint-Raphaël 5 – 0 Pessac.
Prapeng De Ridder delivered one of the performances of the weekend: 7.0 IP, 2 H, 10 SO, totally suffocating the Pessac attack. This domination in the pitching allowed Saint-Raphaël to control the game and rely on a disciplined attack, notably via Chiara Enrione-Thorrand (3 hits, 1 double, 1 RBI) and Pauline Prade (3 points, 2 SB).Pessac showed good intentions, especially through Camille Riera (1 double).
The Khaleesi of Game 1: Prapeng De Ridder. A perfect match in pitching: 7.0 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 10 SO, a total domination.
MATCH 2 — Saint-Raphaël 8 – 5 Pessac
The second match was more disputed, with a more active Pessac attack: Louise Le Chenadec: 2 hits, 3 RBI and Camille Riera: 1 double, 1 RBI, notably stood out.
However, Saint-Raphaël managed to manage the key moments thanks to a varied attack: Pauline Prade: (2 hits, 2 RBI), Chiara Enrione-Thorrand (1 triple) and Prapeng De Ridder (2 RBI) allowed the Comanches to ensure victory.
The Khaleesi of Match 2: Pauline Prade. Constant offensive impact: 2 hits, 2 RBI, 1 stolen base.
The flames of the third episode are barely dying down and already the drums of the next battle are resonating throughout the kingdom. The houses are being prepared for the next battle.The teams are sharpening their weapons, reviewing their strategies, and scanning the horizon for new duels.
In Pessac, the Panthers are preparing to defend their territory against the Wildcats of Colombes: a confrontation between two styles, two temperaments, two ambitions. In Grenoble, the Grizzlys will meet the Cavigal of Nice, in a match where each inning will be an opportunity to redefine the forces of the South and East. But the royal clash will take place in Saint-Raphaël, where the Comanches will receive the Pharaonnes of Évry-Courcouronnes: two powers ready to clash swords to establish their domination over the kingdom.
© Sebastien Dondé.
Photo credits: via the clubs’ social media, FFBS. Design of the standings: Mattéo.
