Softball Recap: Rolling Meadows Has No Trouble Against Wheeling

Rolling Meadows was handed a heart-breaking two-run loss in their last game, but they sure didn't let that happen against Wheeling on Wednesday. The Mustangs put the hurt on the Wildcats with a sharp 13-4 victory. Considering the Mustangs have won six contests by more than eight runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.

Caylee Del Boccio was incredible, going 2-for-5 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season. Chase Hembry was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.

They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Rolling Meadows kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 17 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in April of 2024.

Rolling Meadows' win was their first in the conference, bumping their conference record up to 1-7 and their overall record up to 6-12. As for Wheeling, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost seven of their last eight matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-9 record this season.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Rolling Meadows will venture away from home to face off against Hoffman Estates at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday. The Mustangs are facing the Hawks at the right time seeing as the Hawks are stuck on a 15-game losing streak. As for Wheeling, they will head out to challenge Barrington at 4:45 p.m. on Friday.