While Goreville's victory against Woodlawn wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Blackcats had just enough and edged out the Cardinals 9-8 on Thursday. The Blackcats haven't had any issues with the Cardinals recently, as the game was their third consecutive win against them.

Lydia Kwiatkowski
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Lydia Kwiatkowski made a splash while hitting and pitching. She pitched five innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits. What's more, she posted three strikeouts, the most she's had over her last six matches. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two RBI and one run.
In other batting news, Goreville let Elisabeth Trainor and Addyson (Addy) Underwood run wild. Trainor went 3-for-5 with three RBI, two doubles, and one run, while Underwood went 2-for-3 with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most doubles Trainor has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was Allison Chamness, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with one run and one RBI.
Goreville's record now sits at 12-16. As for Woodlawn, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-14 record this season.
Goreville will take on Anna-Jonesboro at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Wildcats will roll in looking for their ninth straight victory, something the Blackcats surely won't give up without a fight. As for Woodlawn, they will challenge Trico at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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