Softball Recap: Sullivan Extends Home Winning Streak to Four

Sullivan made up a huge gap compared to their last game against Villa Grove, but they still couldn't quite topple them. The Redskins blew past the Blue Devils 8-2 on Monday. The result was nothing new for the Redskins, who have now won five matches by six runs or more so far this season.

Aeralyn Thrasher

Doubles (Career)

04/14/25 vs Villa Grove	2
03/27/25 @ Mattoon	1
03/25/25 @ Arthur-Okaw Christian	1
03/22/25 vs Genoa-Kingston	1
04/25/24 vs Cerro Gordo/Bement	1

Aeralyn Thrasher made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 13 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off seven hits (and only one walk). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 3-for-3. The dominant performance also gave her a new career-high in doubles (two).

In other batting news, Harmony Ray was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two triples, three RBI, and one run. That's the most hits she has posted since back in May of 2024. Mackenzie Mercer also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.

Sullivan was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .455. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their batting average total in three consecutive games.

Sullivan's win was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 9-6. Those home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.5 runs on average over those games. As for Villa Grove, their loss dropped their record down to 5-3.

Looking ahead, Sullivan will square off against Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Redskins' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Knights have averaged an impressive 7.5 runs per game this season. As for Villa Grove, they will challenge Centennial at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.