Arcola had to endure a five-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They walked away with a 9-4 win over the Shelbyville Rams on Friday. The victory was just what Arcola needed coming off of a 10-0 loss in their prior match.
Ava Simpson and Kacie Sisk made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Simpson pitched three innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off one hit (she also only allowed one walk). Meanwhile, Sisk didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits over four innings pitched. Simpson has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up a single walk in three consecutive pitching appearances. At the plate, Simpson scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-4, while Sisk scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, Arcola let Jacey Kessler and Ema Simpson loose on the outfield. Kessler went 1-for-2 with two RBI and a double, while Simpson scored a run while going 2-for-4. Maddie Pilkington was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances.
Arcola made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-4. As for Shelbyville, they now have a losing record at 1-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Arcola will square off against Chrisman at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Shelbyville, they will head out on the road to face off against Nokomis at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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