Highland was the 3-2 winner over Kankakee Valley when they last played one another last Friday, but their luck changed this time around. The Highland Trojans lost 12-3 to the Kankakee Valley Kougars on Thursday.
Highland saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Hailey Thomas, who went 2-for-3 with a double.
On Kankakee Valley's side, Mallorie Rose was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). Rose was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-5 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Emily Erb was a standout: she scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Sara Erb was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
Highland has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-11 record this season. As for Kankakee Valley, their win bumped their record up to 11-13.
Highland will look to defend their home field on Friday against Wheeler at 7:00 p.m. Wheeler will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Highland surely won't give up without a fight. As for Kankakee Valley, they will head out on the road to face off against Pioneer at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Kankakee Valley is no doubt hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses.
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