Softball Recap: Prairie du Chien Triumphs

Prairie du Chien got themselves on the board against Platteville on Tuesday, but Platteville never followed suit. They walked away with a 5-0 victory over the Hillmen. The win continues a trend for the Blackhawks in their matchups with the Hillmen: they've now won eight in a row.

The result came thanks to Claire Kennedy's shutout, as she gave up just six hits and racked up nine Ks.

Ella Lange

Runs Batted In (Career)

05/06/25 @ Platteville	2
05/05/25 vs Dodgeville	1
05/03/25 vs Bangor	1
04/22/25 @ Fennimore	1
04/17/25 @ Richland Center	1

At the plate, Prairie du Chien saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Ella Lange, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Those two RBI gave Lange a new career-high. April Smith also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.

Prairie du Chien's victory bumped their record up to 13-4. As for Platteville, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-8 record this season.

Prairie du Chien will be playing in front of their home fans against Lancaster at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Platteville, they will take on Dodgeville at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Dodgers will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Hillmen surely won't give up without a fight.