Sages
| 05/14/25 @ Mattoon | 3 |
| 05/12/25 @ Olympia | 5 |
| 05/08/25 @ Rantoul | 14 |
| 05/07/25 @ Maroa-Forsyth | 5 |
| 05/06/25 @ Sullivan | 14 |
| + 24 more games |
The Monticello Sages will challenge the Arthur-Okaw Christian Conquering Riders at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Monticello is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.6 runs per game this season.
Monticello is probably headed into the match with a chip on their shoulder considering Mattoon just ended the team's seven-game winning streak on Wednesday. They fell just short of the Greenwave by a score of 4-3.
Isabella Beery was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Arthur-Okaw Christian fell victim to Mattoon and their airtight pitching crew on Thursday. They took a 3-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Greenwave. Having soared to a lofty 12 runs in the game before, the Conquering Riders' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Monticello's defeat dropped their record down to 23-6. As for Arthur-Okaw Christian, their loss dropped their record down to 5-4.
Friday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Monticello hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .364. However, it's not like Arthur-Okaw Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .326. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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