Softball Recap: Chrisman Comes Up Short

Chrisman extended their losing streak to nine on Friday, dropping their season record down to 2-10 in the process. They lost 14-4 to the Hoopeston Cornjerkers. If the Cardinals were looking for revenge after losing 1-0 to the Cornjerkers when the teams met back in May of 2023, then they'll just have to keep looking.

Taylor Jones was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, one triple, and one run.

As for Hoopeston, their record now sits at 8-11. The result was nothing new for the Cornjerkers, who have now won seven contests by ten runs or more so far this season.

On Hoopeston's side, Maddie Barnes was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over six innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off six hits. Barnes was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with four runs, one stolen base, and one double.

In other batting news, Addyson Kelnhofer was incredible, going 2-for-4 with six RBI, one run, and one double. Those six RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Kayla Recker, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with two runs and one triple.

We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Chrisman is set to square off against their familiar foe Westville at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Hoopeston will challenge rival Armstrong at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.