Decatur Eisenhower hasn't had much luck against Jacksonville recently, but that could start to change on Wednesday. The Panthers will look to defend their home field against the Crimsons at 4:30 p.m. Decatur Eisenhower has given up an average of 15 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Decatur Eisenhower fell victim to Springfield and their airtight pitching crew on Tuesday. They lost 17-0 to the Senators. Having soared to a lofty 12 runs in the game before, the Panthers' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Meanwhile, Jacksonville was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They took a 15-10 hit to the loss column at the hands of Normal University.
Maggie Gerard was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-5 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one double. Another player making a difference was Charlotte Sturgeon, who went 1-for-4 with two RBI and one run.
Jacksonville's loss dropped their record down to 4-8-1. As for Decatur Eisenhower, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-9.
Decatur Eisenhower suffered a grim 14-1 defeat to Jacksonville when the teams last played back in April of 2024. Will the Panthers have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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