Grayslake North was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They fell just short of the Grayslake Central Rams by a score of 5-4. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Grayslake North of the 11-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
Amber Takaki was huge no matter where she played even without the win. She pitched six innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off eight hits (she also only allowed one walk). Takaki has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Takaki was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with an RBI.
In other batting news, Alyson Alvarenga made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Jane Pritchard was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
On Grayslake Central's side, the team relied heavily on Eliza Piggott, who went 3-for-3 with a home run and two stolen bases. The team also got some help courtesy of Emma Andrews, who went 1-for-4 with a home run and two RBI.
Grayslake North's loss dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Grayslake Central, they pushed their record up to 3-4 with that win, which was their third straight at home.
Grayslake North will take on Grant Community at 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Grayslake Central, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Antioch at 4:45 p.m. Grayslake Central is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.1 runs per game this season.
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