Peoria Heights had lost five straight at home dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 0-5 to make it six. They came up short against the Delavan Panthers, falling 17-0. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Patriots of the 17-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2024.
As for Delavan, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 6-7. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Delavan's part, Lainey Klokkenga made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Klokkenga has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in ten consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, firing off two triples, three runs, and three RBI while going 4-for-4. That's the most triples she has posted since back in March of 2024.
In other pitching news, Mia Mammen looked comfortable as she pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
Back at the plate, Nola Houston was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with three runs, two doubles, and one triple. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Jayley Fisher was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple.
Coming up, Peoria Heights is taking a road trip to face off against Peoria at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Patriots are facing the Lions at the right time seeing as the Lions are stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Delavan, they will look to defend their home field on Saturday against El Paso-Gridley at 10:00 a.m. The Titans have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 12.67 runs per game on average), something the Panthers will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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