Chesterton only won by two when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 11-run they dealt Merrillville on Tuesday. The Chesterton Trojans blew past the Merrillville Pirates 16-5. That's more bragging rights for Chesterton, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Ava Vagner looked comfortable as she tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
On the hitting side, Chesterton got a massive performance out of Aubrey Ciupak, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. Lexi Smith was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
On Merrillville's side, Jasmine Alcox was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, three RBI, and a double. The team also got some help courtesy of Alaysia Hanley, who scored a run and stole three bases while going 2-for-2.
Chesterton's win bumped their record up to 8-14. As for Merrillville, their defeat was their 21st straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-19.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Chesterton will take on Portage at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Merrillville, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Whiting at 5:00 p.m. Merrillville is facing Whiting at the right time seeing as Whiting is stuck on a ten-game losing streak.
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