Hicksville's game last Thursday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They had just enough and edged the Edgerton Bulldogs out 5-4. This was payback for Hicksville, who suffered a 17-6 loss the last time these two teams met.
Kennedy Adams spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned runs on 11 hits and racked up six Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in six consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Mckenna Rice was incredible, going 3-for-4 with a home run and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Evy McAlexander, who went 1-for-4 with a home run and two RBI.
Hicksville now has a winning record of 6-5. As for Edgerton, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-5.
Hicksville will be playing in front of their home fans against Lincolnview at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Lincolnview is coming into the match with four straight wins on the road, so Hicksville will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. As for Edgerton, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Swanton at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The last four games Edgerton has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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