Cahokia had lost 19 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 0-15 to make it 20. They lost 18-0 to the Mt. Vernon Rams. The Comanches were not able to make up for their defeat to the Rams from their previous meeting back in April of 2024.
As for Mt. Vernon, their record now sits at 12-10. The high-scoring effort was just what they needed considering they were shut out in their previous matchup.
For Mt. Vernon's part, Taylor DeSmith made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). DeSmith has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with one triple and one RBI.
In other batting news, Makenzie Long was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three runs, four RBI, and two doubles. That's the most runs she has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Arwin Wilkey, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
While Cahokia had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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