Softball Recap: Isabel Bates leads Willowbrook to victory over Addison Trail

By Team Reports May 6, 2024, 6:22pm

Softball Recap: Willowbrook Warriors vs. Addison Trail Blazers

Willowbrook lost to Addison Trail back in April, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Monday. The Willowbrook Warriors had just enough and edged the Addison Trail Blazers out 11-10. The win made it back-to-back victories for Willowbrook.

Karman Rowe spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered seven earned (and three unearned) runs on ten hits and racked up eight Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in six consecutive pitching appearances.

At the plate, Isabel Bates was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Lindsey Rugg, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4.

Willowbrook's victory bumped their record up to 14-9. As for Addison Trail, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 9-14.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Willowbrook will take on Montini Catholic at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Addison Trail, they will head out on the road to face off against Proviso East at 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday. Proviso East is coming into the match with four straight wins at home, so Addison Trail will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum.

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