Softball Recap: Joliet West Wins Going Away Against Bolingbrook

Joliet West lost a heartbreaker the last time they played Bolingbrook, but it's fair to say they got their revenge given the result of Wednesday's contest. The Tigers were the clear victors by a 16-7 margin over the Raiders on Wednesday. The high-scoring effort was just what the Tigers needed considering they were shut out in their previous match.

Madaline Woods

Hits (Career)

05/07/25 vs Bolingbrook	4
04/24/25 vs Plainfield Central	3
05/03/25 vs Cary-Grove	2
05/03/25 @ Marengo	1
04/17/25 @ Plainfield South	1

Joliet West got a massive performance out of Madaline Woods, who went 4-for-5 with four runs, three RBI, and one triple. Those four hits gave Woods a new career-high. Caitlin Jadron was another key player, going a perfect 5-for-5 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one triple.

Joliet West was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .400. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Bolingbrook only posted a batting average of .238.

Joliet West's victory bumped their record up to 4-19. As for Bolingbrook, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 14 of their last 16 games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-18 record this season.

We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Joliet West is set to square off against their familiar foe Oswego East at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Bolingbrook will challenge rival Plainfield South at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.