Softball Recap: Grayslake Central Takes a Loss

After flying high against Lakes on Tuesday, Grayslake Central came back down to earth. The Rams fell 8-3 to the Vernon Hills Cougars on Wednesday. If the Rams were looking for revenge after losing 6-4 to the Cougars when the teams met back in April of 2025, then they'll just have to keep looking.

Abbie Cashmore

Base on Balls Against

04/22/26 vs Vernon Hills	0
04/16/26 vs Wauconda	1
04/14/26 @ Grant Community	2
04/13/26 vs Round Lake	1
04/11/26 @ Libertyville	2

Grayslake Central got a good showing from Abbie Cashmore, who tossed 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off four hits. Cashmore has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.

Grayslake Central's loss dropped their record down to 4-11. As for Vernon Hills, they are on a roll lately: they've won nine of their last 12 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 11-7-1 record this season.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Grayslake Central will venture away from home to challenge Grayslake North at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday. The Rams' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Knights have averaged an impressive 6.5 runs per game this season. As for Vernon Hills, they are taking a road trip to square off against Lakes at 4:45 p.m. on Monday.