Jimtown is a perfect 3-0 against Knox since April of 2015 and they'll have a chance to extend that dominance on Thursday. The Jimmies will host the Redskins at 5:30 p.m. After the two teams made easy work of their previous opponents, one won't be so lucky on Thursday.
Jimtown took a loss when they played away from home on Saturday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Tuesday. They were the clear victors by a 13-3 margin over Glenn. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for the Jimmies considering their one-run performance the contest before.
Lilly Gaugler made a splash no matter where she played. She tossed five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off seven hits. What's more, she posted four strikeouts, the most she's had since back in May of 2024. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
Skyler Pello
| 04/22/25 vs Glenn | 3 |
| 04/19/25 @ Buchanan | 1 |
| 04/18/25 @ Fairfield | 1 |
| 04/17/25 @ LaVille | 2 |
| 04/01/25 vs Concord | 1 |
| + 12 more games |
In other batting news, Skyler Pello was incredible, going 3-for-4 with six RBI and one triple. That's the most hits she has posted since back in May of 2024. Another player making a difference was Kendal McPhee, who went 2-for-3 with four runs, one double, and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Knox got the win against Argos on Wednesday by a conclusive 11-3. The Redskins might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four matches by eight runs or more this season.
Cheryl Barnes spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on nine hits and racked up six Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Addison Sponaugle was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with one home run, three runs, and one stolen base. Sarah Fort was another key player, going 3-for-4 with three doubles, two runs, and two RBI.
Knox kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. They are 4-2 when they post 11 or more hits.
Jimtown's win bumped their record up to 5-6. As for Knox, they now have a winning record of 5-4.
Jimtown came out on top in a nail-biter against Knox in their previous meeting back in May of 2019, sneaking past 4-3. Will the Jimmies repeat their success, or do the Redskins have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
