Softball Recap: Highland Park Giants vs. Evanston Wildkits
Highland Park was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell just short of the Evanston Wildkits by a score of 3-2. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Highland Park of the 13-3 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April.
Tatum Danielewicz spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on six hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Highland Park saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Arden Bubser, who scored two runs while going 1-for-3.
On Evanston's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Isabelle Anthony gave up just two earned runs on six hits.
Highland Park's defeat dropped their record down to 5-9-1. As for Evanston, their victory bumped their record up to 6-14-1.
Highland Park will be playing at home against Maine East at 4:45 p.m. on Monday. Maine East is coming into the matchup with eight straight losses on the road, meaning Highland Park will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. As for Evanston, they will challenge Glenbrook South at 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
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