East St. Louis had lost 11 straight at home dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 1-18 to make it 12. They lost 21-8 to the Collinsville Kahoks. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Kahoks this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-2 back in April.
Jayona Scott made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Tanner Wilkins, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one RBI.
As for Collinsville, their victory bumped their record up to 8-17. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Collinsville's side, Brittany Sarginson was a standout: she got on base in three of her four plate appearances with four runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most RBI Sarginson has posted since back in April. Preslie Thomas was another key player, going 1-for-2 with four stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI.
East St. Louis and Collinsville could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Illinois Rankings. The Flyers will take on Triad at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday with a big rank disadvantage (545 vs. 84). Meanwhile, Collinsville (ranked 451st) will meet Edwardsville (ranked 47th) at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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