Illini West was the 5-4 winner over Cuba/Spoon River Valley when they last played one another back in March of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Chargers fell just short of the Wildcats by a score of 11-10 on Tuesday.
Kennedy Gunning
| 04/08/25 @ Cuba/Spoon River Valley | 1 |
| 04/03/25 vs Monmouth-Roseville | 2 |
| 04/01/25 vs West Prairie | 3 |
Kennedy Gunning made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Ella Shutwell, who scored a run while going 1-for-5.
Illini West has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last eight matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-8 record this season. As for Cuba/Spoon River Valley, the victory was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 7-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Illini West will venture away from home to take on Sherrard at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Tigers will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something the Chargers surely won't give up without a fight. As for Cuba/Spoon River Valley, they will head out to square off against Biggsville West Central at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Heat's pitching crew has only allowed two runs per game this season, so the Wildcats' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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