Jacobs had lost six straight at home, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 13-18 to make it seven. They lost 17-4 to the McHenry Warriors. The Eagles were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Warriors earlier this season, when they won 6-0.
As for McHenry, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-12 record this season. Considering they have won 11 matchups by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
For McHenry's part, Brooke Snyder tossed a big game, striking out ten batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits. With that strong performance, Snyder is now averaging an impressive 5.1 strikeouts per game.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Morgan Frederick, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run and four RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Natalie Bender, who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with three RBI, two runs, and one double.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jacobs will welcome Crystal Lake South at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Gators have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 9.47 runs per game on average), something the Eagles will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for McHenry, they will host Huntley at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Warriors' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Red Raiders have averaged an impressive 9.9 runs per game this season.
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