
Wildcats
05/06/25 @ Gardner-South Wilmington | 3-4 |
05/02/25 @ St. Anne | 12-1 |
04/24/25 vs Momence | 15-4 |
04/23/25 vs Hoopeston | 3-2 |
04/22/25 @ Momence | 12-2 |
Donovan fought the good fight in their extra-innings game against Gardner-South Wilmington on Tuesday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Panthers by a score of 4-3. The Wildcats' defeat signaled the end of their five-game winning streak.
Laylah Lou Walters spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned runs on eight hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Bailey Henneike was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-4 with one home run, two stolen bases, and two runs. She is on a roll when it comes to home runs, as she's now launched at least one in each of the last three games she's played.
Donovan's loss dropped their record down to 7-9. As for Gardner-South Wilmington, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-9 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Donovan will host Watseka at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Warriors will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Wildcats surely won't give up without a fight. As for Gardner-South Wilmington, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Dwight at 4:30 p.m.
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