Lyons was the 7-5 winner over Leyden when they last played one another back in April of 2022, but their luck changed this time around. The Lyons Lions suffered a rough 9-3 defeat at the hands of the Leyden Eagles on Thursday.
Peyton O?Flaherty was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
On Leyden's side, Abigail Cortez was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out seven batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off eight hits. Cortez was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, Carmen Richardson was excellent, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last four games she's played. Arianna Gallo was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 1-for-4.
Lyons has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-9 record this season. As for Leyden, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 10-5.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lyons will take on Bartlett at 4:45 p.m. on Friday. Bartlett is coming into the game with seven straight wins on the road, so Lyons will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Leyden, they will be playing at home against Hinsdale South at 4:45 p.m. on Friday. Leyden is facing Hinsdale South at the right time seeing as Hinsdale South is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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