Rich Township came into Monday's game having lost seven straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They were the clear victor by a 30-7 margin over the Thornwood Thunderbirds on Monday. Rich Township's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Lillian Skelly was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed four innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off seven hits. Skelly was even better at the plate, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-5.
In other batting news, Sierra Hutton was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with four runs, five RBI, and three doubles. The team also got some help courtesy of Kasidy Whitaker, who went 2-for-4 with a home run, two stolen bases, and three runs.
On Thornwood's side, Akira Jones was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-2 with four RBI, two runs, and a triple. Ashley Phillips was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 3-for-3.
Rich Township's win bumped their record up to 5-12. As for Thornwood, their defeat was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 1-6.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Rich Township beat Thornwood by a score of 28-6.
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