Tigers
| 04/15/25 @ Joliet Central | 19 |
| 04/03/25 vs Coal City | 9 |
| 04/03/25 vs Minooka | 7 |
| 03/31/25 vs Shepard | 5 |
| 04/11/25 vs Providence Catholic | 4 |
Joliet West had to skate by with only a two-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 18-run drubbing they dealt Joliet Central on Tuesday. The Tigers were the clear victors by a 19-1 margin over the Steelmen. The Tigers' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Gabriela Juarez made a splash while hitting and pitching. She tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with three RBI.
In other batting news, Joliet West got a massive performance out of Ella Featherston, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. Featherston also hit a double, marking her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Caitlin Jadron, who scored four runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-3.
Joliet West always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .706. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Joliet Central only posted an OBP of .250.
Joliet West picked up their first road victory, bumping their record up to 2-8. As for Joliet Central, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season.
Joliet West will take on Plainfield South at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Joliet Central, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Thornton Fractional South at 4:30 p.m.
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