Lutheran had lost 18 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 0-11 to make it 19. They lost 15-0 to the Rochelle Hubs. The Crusaders were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Hubs apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
As for Rochelle, their record is now 5-13. The high-scoring effort was just what they needed considering they were shut out in their previous game.
For Rochelle's part, Lauren Dyer made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out six over four innings pitched. Dyer has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, seven RBI, and one double. Those seven RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Mya Martinez, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with four runs, two doubles, and one stolen base. That's the most hits she has posted since April 3rd. Another player making a difference was Madigan Williams, who went 3-for-4 with three runs, one double, and one RBI.
Lutheran and Rochelle could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Illinois Rankings. The Crusaders will challenge North Boone at 4:00 p.m. on Monday with a big rank disadvantage (553 vs. 84). Meanwhile, Rochelle (ranked 407th) will meet Ottawa (ranked 78th) at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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