Wauconda is 0-4 against Warren Township since April of 2015 but things could change on Friday. The Bulldogs will host the Blue Devils at 4:45 p.m. The last five games Wauconda has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
Wauconda took a loss when they played away from home on Tuesday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Thursday. They had just enough and edged out Grayslake North 8-7. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Bulldogs as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.
Sophie Mantell was excellent, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one triple, two RBI, and one run. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April. Alyssa Threde was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two runs.
Meanwhile, Warren Township entered their tilt with Grayslake Central on Thursday with five consecutive wins, and they'll enter their next game with six. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Rams 8-6.
Warren Township's win was their fifth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 16-5. Those road victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.8 runs over those games. As for Wauconda, their win bumped their record up to 6-21.
Wauconda might still be hurting after the 11-0 loss they got from Warren Township in their previous matchup back in April of 2018. Will the Bulldogs have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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