Hoffman Estates was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their 12th straight defeat. They lost 20-0 to the Schaumburg Saxons. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Hoffman Estates of the 11-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April.
For Schaumburg's part, Allyson Caldwell was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits over four innings pitched. Caldwell has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Caldwell was also solid in the batter's box, scoring three runs while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Alexa Evans, who fired off two home runs, four runs, and five RBI while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Aubrey Kosek, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with a home run, three runs, and four RBI.
Hoffman Estates' defeat dropped their record down to 2-21. As for Schaumburg, their win bumped their record up to 7-15.
Hoffman Estates will be playing at home against Wheeling at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday. Wheeling is coming into the contest with three straight losses on the road, meaning Hoffman Estates will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Schaumburg, they will square off against Fremd at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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