Lisle can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak thanks to their game on Thursday. They were the clear victor by a 14-4 margin over the Wheaton Academy Warriors. The high-scoring effort was just what Lisle needed considering they were shutout in their previous matchup.
Mia Mazzolini made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Mazzolini has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Mazzolini was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Erin Bradley and Madysen Cole did most of the damage at the plate: Bradley scored two runs while going 1-for-3, while Cole scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Megan Bradley, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
The win got Lisle back to even at 5-5. As for Wheaton Academy, their defeat was their sixth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 1-8.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lisle will take on Wilmington at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Both teams will come into the match having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes. As for Wheaton Academy, they will be playing at home against St. Edward at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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