Batavia was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell 9-4 to the Lake Park Lancers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Batavia of the 14-4 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
For Lake Park's part, Kaylee Fritzler looked comfortable as she pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (she also only allowed one walk). Fritzler has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Sofia Zepeda was a standout: she went 3-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Ava Arenz was another key contributor, going 3-for-4 with a home run, a stolen base, and two RBI.
Batavia's defeat dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Lake Park, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 6-0.
Batavia will look to defend their home field on Saturday against Glenbard East at 10:00 a.m. Glenbard East is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9 runs per game this season. As for Lake Park, they will be playing at home against St. Charles East at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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