Leyden hadn't done well against Willowbrook recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Eagles walked away with a 14-11 win over the Warriors. The game was the first time the Eagles have beaten the Warriors on their field since April 26, 2021.
The team relied heavily on Gianna Olan, who fired off two home runs and four RBI while going 2-for-4. Those two home runs gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Brianna Martinez, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Eagles
| 05/23/25 @ Willowbrook | 3 |
| 05/19/25 vs Hinsdale South | 1 |
| 05/10/25 vs Glenbard North | 1 |
| 05/05/25 @ Addison Trail | 1 |
| 04/28/25 vs Berwyn/Cicero Morton | 1 |
They weren't the only ones working in the home run department: Leyden lost a few balls and finished the game with three home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.
Leyden's victory bumped their record up to 12-15. As for Willowbrook, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 15-14 record this season.
Leyden will venture away from home to face off against Proviso East at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. Willowbrook does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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