Trico posted their closest win since May 13, 2024 on Thursday. They had just enough and edged out the Vienna Eagles 5-4. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 15-12 on Tuesday.
Zoe Bennett spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and three unearned) runs on three hits.
At the plate, Trico got a big performance out of Hayleigh Franklin, who went 2-for-4 with one triple, one stolen base, and one run. Aubrey Cotter also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.
Pioneers
| 04/24/25 vs Vienna | 5-4 |
| 04/15/25 vs Goreville | 12-2 |
| 04/10/25 vs Zeigler-Royalton | 12-2 |
| 03/28/25 vs Cobden | 13-1 |
| 03/20/25 vs Wesclin | 10-0 |
| + 13 more games |
Trico's victory was their 18th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 8-7. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.6 runs on average over those games. As for Vienna, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-13.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Trico will square off against New Athens at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Pioneers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Yellow Jackets have averaged an impressive 6.2 runs per game this season. As for Vienna, they will take on Herrin at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Eagles will need to watch out since the Tigers have now posted at least ten runs in their last three contests.
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