Wheaton North extended their losing streak to six on Wednesday, dropping them down to 6-12. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 7-6 heartbreaker at the hands of the Geneva Vikings. The Falcons were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Vikings apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2025.
Makayla Hammer was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. Delaney Surber was another key player, going 3-for-4 with one run and one RBI.
As for Geneva, their victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-12. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since April 26, 2025.
On Geneva's side, the team relied heavily on Clara Lyons, who went 3-for-5 with one home run and two RBI. That's the most hits Lyons has posted since back in May of 2025. Another player making a difference was Megan O'Connor, who went 1-for-3 with one home run, one stolen base, and two RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Wheaton North is set to face off against their familiar foe Lake Park at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Geneva will square off against rival St. Charles East at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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