
Dux
04/29/25 @ Zeeland East | 19 |
04/23/25 @ Hudsonville | 10 |
04/17/25 @ Rockford | 10 |
04/16/25 @ Hamilton | 10 |
04/28/25 vs Beal City | 9 |
Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Zeeland West). They were the clear victors by a 19-9 margin over the Zeeland East Chix on Tuesday. With that victory, the Dux brought their scoring average up to 6.6 runs per game.
Madison Wyckoff was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over three innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off four hits (and not a single walk). She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Maddi Veersma, who went 3-for-5 with one home run, four runs, and four RBI. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Maggie Brower was another key player, going 2-for-3 with three runs, three RBI, and one double.
Zeeland West kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 19 hits. They are 4-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
Zeeland West's win bumped their record up to 6-7. As for Zeeland East, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-6.
Looking ahead, Zeeland West will square off against Oakridge at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed 3.6 runs per game this season, so the Dux's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Zeeland East, they will take on Holland Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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