Lake Forest extended their losing streak to 15 on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 2-22 in the process. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 18-1 to the Mundelein Mustangs, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Mustangs this season, with their most recent defeat being a 18-1 loss on Thursday.
As for Mundelein, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 20-8 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 13 games by six runs or more this season.
For Mundelein's part, Sophia Zepeda made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Zepeda was also big at the plate, going a perfect 1-for-1 with two runs and one RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Claire Connelly, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was Kieley Tomas, who went 1-for-2 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI.
Coming up, Lake Forest will venture away from home to take on Grayslake North at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Mundelein, they will take on Lincoln-Way Central at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Knights will roll in looking for their 19th straight win, something the Mustangs surely won't give up without a fight.
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