Peoria extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 16 on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 0-12 in the process. They came up short against the Bloomington Purple Raiders, falling 21-4. If the Lions were looking for revenge after losing 18-2 to the Purple Raiders when the teams met back in May of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Bloomington, the win was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 15-3. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Bloomington's part, Mady McComas and Reilly Vetter were major factors while hitting and pitching. Throwing, McComas struck out nine batters over three innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off only two hits. Meanwhile, Vetter pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. At the plate, McComas went 1-for-3 with three runs and one RBI, while Vetter got on base in two of her four plate appearances with three runs. Those three runs gave McComas a new career-high.
In other batting news, Mara Copes was a standout: she went a perfect 3-for-3 with four runs, three RBI, and one triple. Those four runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Lauren Shuey, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs.
Peoria does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Bloomington, they will host Normal Community at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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