Elgin extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 11 on Monday, dropping them down to 0-8. They came up short against the Larkin Royals, falling 12-0. The Maroons were not able to make up for their defeat to the Royals from their previous meeting back in May of 2025.
As for Larkin, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 8-8. The result was nothing new for the Royals, who have now won six games by ten runs or more so far this season.
For Larkin's part, the result came thanks to Jiselle Aguinaga's shutout, as she gave up just three hits and racked up 12 Ks. Aguinaga has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than one walk in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Yesenia Escobar was incredible, going a perfect 5-for-5 with two triples, two stolen bases, and five RBI. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high. Ali Herrick was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with three stolen bases and one RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Elgin will take on rival Streamwood at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Larkin is set to face off against their familiar foe West Aurora at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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