
Warriors
05/14/25 @ DeKalb | 5-3 |
05/13/25 vs Benet Academy | 7-12 |
05/12/25 @ Metea Valley | 3-9 |
05/09/25 @ Plainfield Central | 1-2 |
05/08/25 @ Glenbard North | 4-16 |
Waubonsie Valley had lost ten games on the road, but after bumping their record up to 8-17 on Wednesday that streak is in the rearview. They skirted past the DeKalb Barbs 5-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Warriors have posted since April 28th.
Sammy Wiertelak spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on four hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 14 consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Grace Riggs was excellent, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, one run, and one double. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was Alyssa Tukker, who went 2-for-3 with one run and one double.
As for DeKalb, with the loss, they broke their five-game winning streak and moved their record to 14-11. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat they have suffered since May 6, 2024.
On DeKalb's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Jasmine Rodriguez gave up just two earned (and three unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up eight Ks.
At the plate, Cassidy Cavazos made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with two triples, two runs, and one stolen base.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Waubonsie Valley is set to face off against their familiar foe Neuqua Valley at 5:45 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, DeKalb will square off against rival Naperville Central at 3:45 p.m. on Friday.
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