Whiting extended their losing streak to 17 on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 1-19 in the process. They lost 23-0 to the Washington Township Senators. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last four times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.
As for Washington Township, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 9-5-2. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Washington Township's part, Connor Parks was a standout: he went 2-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and one triple. Those three RBI gave Parks a new career-high. Aiden Armstrong was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Whiting will face off against Gary West Side at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Cougars have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 17.1 runs per game on average), something the Oilers will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Washington Township, they will take on Kankakee Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Kougars will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something the Senators surely won't give up without a fight.
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