Arcola extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 12 on Monday, dropping them down to 0-11. They came up short against the Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond Knights, falling 24-5. The Purple Riders were not able to make up for their loss to the Knights from their previous meeting back in April of 2025.
Arcola saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Analia Cooper, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one run.
As for Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 3-8. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond's side, Kyndrie Carter was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Carter has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with one run, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sohpie Monts, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. Another player making a difference was Anna Rawlins, who went 3-for-5 with four RBI, two runs, and one double.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Arcola will face off against Tuscola at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond, they will challenge Champaign Central at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Knights' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Maroons have averaged an impressive 7.4 runs per game this season.
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