Normal University was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat dating back to last season. They lost 8-0 to the Tolono Unity Rockets. The Pioneers were not able to make up for their loss to the Rockets from their previous meeting back in June of 2021.
Normal University got a good showing from Makenzie Post, who didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over four innings pitched. Post has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season.
Normal University's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Tolono Unity, their victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 6-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Normal University will head out to challenge Williamsville at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Tolono Unity, they are packing up and heading out for their first away game of the season: they will take on Oakwood at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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