After losing to Erie-Prophetstown the last time they met, Mendota decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Trojans walked away with a 7-2 victory over the Cardinals on Thursday. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Trojans.
Dane Doyle
| 05/07/26 vs Erie-Prophetstown | 3 |
| 04/24/26 vs Orion | 1 |
| 04/16/26 vs Princeton | 1 |
| 04/08/26 vs Somonauk | 1 |
Dane Doyle made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off four hits (and only one walk). He also tossed a walk, which is notable because Mendota is undefeated when he allows at most one walk, but 6-9 otherwise. Doyle was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with three doubles, two RBI, and one run. Those three doubles gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Aden Tillman, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two RBI and one run. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April.
Mendota kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They are 6-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
Mendota now has a winning record of 10-9. As for Erie-Prophetstown, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost eight of their last nine contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-10-1 record this season.
Mendota will head out to challenge Putnam County at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Panthers' pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so the Trojans' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Erie-Prophetstown, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Orion at 4:30 p.m.
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