DuQuoin came out on top against Zeigler-Royalton on Thursday thanks in part to the team's impressive eight-run fifth inning. The Indians were the clear victors by a 12-2 margin over the Tornadoes. For the Indians, this counts as revenge for the 14-11 win the Tornadoes walked away with the last time they faced one another back in May of 2024.
Jade Wood was a major factor no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over four innings pitched. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Lucy Milam
| 05/15/25 vs Zeigler-Royalton | 2 |
| 05/02/25 vs Sparta | 1 |
| 04/08/25 @ Pinckneyville | 1 |
| 04/07/25 vs Benton | 1 |
| 03/31/25 vs Harrisburg | 1 |
In other batting news, Lucy Milam was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with two triples, one stolen base, and two RBI. Those two triples gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was McKenzie Eaton, who went 2-for-4 with one home run and two runs.
DuQuoin hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They are 2-1 when they post two or more strikeouts.
DuQuoin's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 5-21. The home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.3 runs over those games. As for Zeigler-Royalton, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-18 record this season.
DuQuoin does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Zeigler-Royalton, they have already played their next game, a 14-0 defeat against Pinckneyville on the 20th.
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