DuQuoin hit Zeigler-Royalton with a eight-run fifth inning on Thursday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Tornadoes came up short against the Indians, falling 12-2. The Tornadoes were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Indians apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
Zeigler-Royalton has also traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-18 record this season. As for DuQuoin, they pushed their record up to 5-21 with the victory, which was their third straight at home.
Zeigler-Royalton wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next contest, a 14-0 loss against Pinckneyville on the 20th. DuQuoin does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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