In what's become a running theme this season, Crete-Monee gave their fans yet another huge victory on Saturday. They were the clear victor by a 13-3 margin over the Rich Township Raptors. Winning may never get old, but Crete-Monee sure is getting used to it with their fourth in a row.
Janelle Simpson made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up three earned runs off nine hits (and only one walk). Simpson has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Simpson was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while getting on base in two of her three plate appearances.
In other batting news, Crete-Monee let Taleeana Ramirez and Skylar Welcome loose on the outfield. Ramirez scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3, while Welcome scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3. Ramirez hasn't dropped below two stolen bases for three straight games. The team also got some help courtesy of Isla McClure, who scored two runs while going 3-for-4.
Crete-Monee's win was their sixth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 10-12. As for Rich Township, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 10-16.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Crete-Monee will challenge Thornridge at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Crete-Monee is facing Thornridge at the right time seeing as Thornridge is stuck on a 15-game losing streak. As for Rich Township, they will head out on the road to square off against Chicago Washington at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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