Thornton Fractional South had lost ten straight at home dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 1-19 to make it 11. They came up short against the Illinois Lutheran Chargers, falling 11-3. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Chargers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 9-5 on Wednesday.
As for Illinois Lutheran, their victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-8. The result was nothing new for the Chargers, who have now won six contests by six runs or more so far this season.
For Illinois Lutheran's part, Lola Spada was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching five innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. Spada has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Alissia Sanchez was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. Those two stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Emma Nagle, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with one run and one RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Thornton Fractional South will challenge Argo at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Argonauts' pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so the Red Wolves' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Illinois Lutheran, they will face off against St. Anne at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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