Softball Preview: Illiana Christian Vikings vs. Calumet New Tech Warriors
The Illiana Christian Vikings will be playing in front of their home fans against the Calumet New Tech Warriors at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Calumet New Tech took a loss in their last match and will be looking to turn the tables on Illiana Christian, who comes in off a win.
Illiana Christian had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They came out on top against Wheeler by a score of 8-4 on Monday.
Mikayla Derks was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out 14 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off four hits. Derks was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and a double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Lydia VanderWoude, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. Libby Kreykes was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.
Meanwhile, Calumet New Tech couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell victim to a rough 23-1 defeat at the hands of Hammond Bishop Noll on Monday. The loss means Calumet New Tech is still on the hunt for the season's first 'W'.
Everything went Illiana Christian's way against Calumet New Tech in their previous meeting back in April of 2023 as Illiana Christian made off with a 24-1 win. Will Illiana Christian repeat their success, or does Calumet New Tech have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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