Softball Recap: Crystal Lake South Takes a Loss

Crystal Lake South had lost 14 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 1-23 to make it 15. They lost 11-1 to the Jacobs Golden Eagles. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Golden Eagles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 13-0 back in April.

Crystal Lake South saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Riley Barda, who went 1-for-2 with one double and one RBI.

As for Jacobs, the win got them back to even at 16-16. They not only won on Thursday, but they posted their biggest win since April 24th (when they won 13-0).

On Jacobs' side, Audrey Wetzel spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on five hits and racked up seven Ks.

On the hitting side, Jacobs got a big performance out of Olivia Fillipp, who went 1-for-3 with three runs and one stolen base. That's the most runs Fillipp has posted since back in April. Talia Disilvio was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two runs and two RBI.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Crystal Lake South will head out to square off against Larkin at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Gators' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Royals have averaged an impressive 7.4 runs per game this season. As for Jacobs, they will venture away from home to challenge Antioch at 4:45 p.m. on Monday.