Fox Valley Lutheran had already won two in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 1 runs), and they went ahead and made it three on Wednesday. They had just enough and edged the Notre Dame Academy Tritons out 4-2. This was payback for Fox Valley Lutheran, who suffered an 11-1 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Madison Babcock made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 15 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off six hits (and only one walk). Babcock has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Babcock was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-2 with a double and an RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Melayna Sokulski, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
On Notre Dame Academy's side, Addyson Simpson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on eight hits.
On the hitting side, Ella Gelb made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-2 with two stolen bases. Klarissa Peters was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Fox Valley Lutheran pushed their record up to 16-5 with that win, which was their fifth straight on the road. As for Notre Dame Academy, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 8-12.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Fox Valley Lutheran will take on Clintonville at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The last five games Fox Valley Lutheran has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Notre Dame Academy, they will be playing at home against Pulaski at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Pulaski's pitching crew has only allowed 1.6 runs per game this season, so Notre Dame Academy's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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