Softball Recap: Lincoln-Way Central Knights vs. Joliet Catholic Hilltoppers
In what's become a running theme this season, Lincoln-Way Central gave their fans yet another huge win on Thursday. They were the clear victor by a 17-8 margin over the Joliet Catholic Hilltoppers. Lincoln-Way Central's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Lisabella Dimitrijevic made a splash no matter where she played. She tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Dimitrijevic has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up a single walk in three consecutive pitching appearances. Dimitrijevic was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs while going 3-for-5.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kendall Pearson, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Alexis Youngren, who scored a run while going 2-for-5.
The victory made it two in a row for Lincoln-Way Central and bumps their season record up to 3-1. As for Joliet Catholic, their defeat ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-1.
Lincoln-Way Central will head out on the road to challenge Munster at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Lincoln-Way Central's pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so Munster's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Joliet Catholic, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Bolingbrook at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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