Highland extended their losing streak to 11 on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 4-16 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 2-0 heartbreaker at the hands of the Civic Memorial Eagles. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Eagles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 9-0 back in April.
As for Civic Memorial, with the win, they broke their four-game losing streak and moved their record to 13-9. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since April 16th.
For Civic Memorial's part, the result came thanks to Megan Griffith's shutout, as she gave up just two hits and racked up 14 Ks. Griffith has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Danika Chester was excellent, going 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Highland will take on Breese Central at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Civic Memorial, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Triad at 4:30 p.m.
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