Softball Recap: Evanston Wildkits vs. Highland Park Giants
Evanston can finally bid farewell to their four-game losing streak thanks to their game on Thursday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 3-2 victory over the Highland Park Giants. That's more bragging rights for Evanston, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Isabelle Anthony spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on six hits.
At the plate, Evanston saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Olivia Stanczak, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI and a double.
On Highland Park's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Tatum Danielewicz gave up three earned runs on six hits. Danielewicz has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
Evanston's win bumped their record up to 6-14-1. As for Highland Park, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-9-1.
Evanston will head out on the road to challenge Glenbrook South at 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday. Glenbrook South is coming into the game with three straight defeats at home, meaning Evanston will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory. Highland Park will take on Maine East at 4:45 p.m. on Monday. Maine East has struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 6.73 runs per game on average), something Highland Park will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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