Plano was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They lost 11-1 to the Morris Redskins. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Plano of the 11-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
For Morris' part, Tessa Shannon and Mylie Hughes were a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Shannon tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Hughes pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Shannon has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. At the plate, Shannon went 2-for-2 with a triple, a run, and an RBI, while Hughes scored a run while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Cami Pfeifer was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances. Macie Ferguson was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
Plano's defeat dropped their record down to 3-22. As for Morris, they are on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five games, which provided a nice bump to their 17-10 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Plano is on the road again on Wednesday to play Rochelle at 4:30 p.m. As for Morris, they will take on Kaneland at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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