Softball Recap: Hoffman Estates Comes Up Short

Hoffman Estates was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their 15th straight loss. They lost 17-6 to the Fremd Vikings. If the Hawks were looking for revenge after losing 7-0 to the Vikings when the teams met back in May of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.

Vicky Rivera made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Alexa Jocic, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI and one run.

Hoffman Estates' defeat dropped their record down to 1-15. As for Fremd, they pushed their record up to 15-2 with the win, which was their sixth straight on the road.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hoffman Estates will square off against Rolling Meadows at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday. The Hawks' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Mustangs have averaged an impressive 7.3 runs per game this season. As for Fremd, they will take on Elk Grove at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday.