Peoria extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 15 on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 0-11 in the process. They came up short against the Normal Community Ironmen, falling 19-1. The Lions were not able to make up for their defeat to the Ironmen from their previous meeting back in May of 2024.
As for Normal Community, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won ten of their last 11 contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-10 record this season. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Normal Community's part, Ava Prevo looked comfortable as she tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Prevo has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 12 consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Normal Community got a massive performance out of Hayley Michels, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run. Emerson Winn was another key player, going a perfect 1-for-1 with one triple, two RBI, and one run.
Coming up, Peoria will challenge Bloomington at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Normal Community, they will venture away from home to challenge Olympia at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Spartans' pitching crew has only allowed 3.3 runs per game this season, so the Ironmen's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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