Softball Game Preview: Lindblom Eagles vs. Back of the Yards College Prep Bobcats

For the second straight game, Lindblom will face off against Back of the Yards College Prep. The Eagles will welcome the Bobcats at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Lindblom has given up an average of 8 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Last Monday, Lindblom was able to grind out a solid victory over Back of the Yards College Prep, taking the game 16-11. The Eagles haven't had any issues with the Bobcats recently, as the game was their third consecutive win against them.

Madeline Marquez

Batters Struck Out

04/14/25 @ Back of the Yards College Prep	13
04/11/25 @ Kelly	5
04/10/25 @ Horizon Science Academy McKinley Park	7

Madeline Marquez made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 13 batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base.

In other batting news, Lindblom got a massive performance out of Lauryn Jordan, who scored two runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-4. Samaria Crowder was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing four bases while getting on base in five of her six plate appearances.

Lindblom's victory bumped their record up to 6-2. As for Back of the Yards College Prep, they now have a losing record of 2-3.