Genoa-Kingston extended their losing streak to three on Saturday, dropping their season record down to 10-17-1 in the process. They came up short against the Rochelle Hubs, falling 15-0. The Cogs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Hubs apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
Genoa-Kingston saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Aubree Simon, who went 1-for-2 with one double.
As for Rochelle, their win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 6-17. The high-scoring performance was a welcome turnaround for their hitters, who had struggled in the games prior.
On Rochelle's side, Lauren Dyer was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched. Dyer has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with three runs. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April.
In other batting news, Rochelle got a massive performance out of Mya Martinez, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, two stolen bases, and three runs. That home run marked the first that Martinez has launched this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Audrina Rodriguez, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and one double.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Genoa-Kingston will take on Winnebago at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Cogs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Indians have averaged an impressive 7.7 runs per game this season. As for Rochelle, they will challenge LaSalle-Peru at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Cavaliers will roll in looking for their 21st straight victory, something the Hubs surely won't give up without a fight.
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