Wauconda hit Grayslake North with a four-run seventh inning on Thursday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Knights fell just short of the Bulldogs by a score of 8-7. The Knights were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Bulldogs earlier this season, when they won 8-4.
Grace Hoker put in work no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. That's the fewest hits she has allowed since back in March. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
In other batting news, Jane Pritchard made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with three RBI and one run. Another player making a difference was Kendall Joy, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with two runs.
Grayslake North has been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 13-9 record this season. As for Wauconda, they moved to 6-21 with that victory, which also ended their three-game losing streak.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Grayslake North will square off against Round Lake at 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Wauconda, they will take on Warren Township at 4:45 p.m. on Friday. The Blue Devils will roll in looking for their seventh straight win, something the Bulldogs surely won't give up without a fight.
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