Bushnell-Prairie City extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 38 on Monday, dropping their season record down to 0-21 in the process. They lost 16-2 to the Illini West Chargers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Spartans of the 5-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
Bushnell-Prairie City saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Triniti Williams, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one RBI.
As for Illini West, their win ended a five-game drought at home and bumped them up to 9-16. That looming 16-2 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
On Illini West's side, Hattie Wood looked comfortable as she tossed four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off one hit.
On the hitting side, Natalie Wibbell was incredible, going 1-for-2 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was Ella Shutwell, who went 2-for-3 with three runs and one stolen base.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bushnell-Prairie City will venture away from home to take on West Prairie at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Cyclones have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 11.81 runs per game on average), something the Spartans will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Illini West, they will head out to face off against Seymour at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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