Glenbard East and Larkin are an even 5-5 against one another since April of 2018, but likely not for long. The Glenbard East Rams will head out on the road to take on the Larkin Royals at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Glenbard East is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.3 runs per game this season.
In what's become a running theme this season, Glenbard East gave their fans yet another huge victory on Monday. Everything went their way against Elgin as Glenbard East made off with a 10-0 win. Winning may never get old, but Glenbard East sure is getting used to it with their third in a row.
Claire Bolda looked comfortable as she tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
On the hitting side, Raya Schwebl and Kylie White did most of the damage at the plate: Schwebl scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances, while White scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-2. The team also got some help courtesy of Melissa Saldana, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Meanwhile, Larkin fell victim to South Elgin and their airtight pitching crew on Monday. They suffered a tough 10-0 defeat at the hands of the Storm. Larkin has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Glenbard East has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won seven of their last eight games, which provided a nice bump to their 10-4 record this season. As for Larkin, they now have a losing record at 8-9.
Tuesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Glenbard East has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .465. However, it's not like Larkin struggles in that department as they've averaged .462. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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