Jefferson was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They took a 6-2 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Belvidere Bucs. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Jefferson of the 8-4 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April.
Jefferson saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Viola Smith, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-2. Smith has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in eight consecutive pitching appearances.
Jefferson's loss dropped their record down to 6-14. As for Belvidere, their win bumped their record up to 5-19-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jefferson will take on Harlem at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Harlem is coming into the matchup with three straight defeats on the road, meaning Jefferson will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Belvidere, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Rockford East at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Belvidere is facing Rockford East at the right time seeing as Rockford East is stuck on an 18-game losing streak.
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