After low-scoring totals in their previous three game, St. Charles East brought some dynamite into their most recent contest. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Batavia Bulldogs a 13-0 shutout on Thursday. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 15-0 back in April.
Makayla Van Dinther
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Not much got past Makayla Van Dinther, who gave up just a hit and racked up 15 Ks to keep Batavia off the board. Van Dinther has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Alyse Price was a standout: she went 3-for-5 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March. Addison Wolf was another key player, going 2-for-4 with five RBI, one run, and one double.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: St. Charles East kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. They are a perfect 10-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
St. Charles East's victory bumped their record up to 17-14. As for Batavia, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-20 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. St. Charles East will welcome Central at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Fighting Saints are facing the Rockets at the right time seeing as the Rockets are stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Batavia, they will be playing in front of their home fans against St. Edward at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Bulldogs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Green Wave have averaged an impressive 6.4 runs per game this season.
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