We've got a battle between Tigers coming up. One thing working in Hurley's favor is that they have posted at least ten runs every time they've taken the field this season.
While Hurley's win against Wheaton wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. Hurley sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with an 11-10 victory over Wheaton on Friday.
Addy Maxwell made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and nine unearned) runs off 11 hits. Maxwell was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Jaema Schimmels was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4. Dacia Grubbs was another key player, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Hurley kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least 11 hits every time they've taken the field this season.
Meanwhile, Exeter faced Marionville in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. Exeter came up short against Marionville, falling 14-4. The Tigers have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Hurley now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Exeter, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-5.
Hurley might still be hurting after the 15-0 loss they got from Exeter in their previous meeting back in March of 2023. Can Hurley avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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