Yorkville Christian had lost 11 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 2-13 to make it 12. They fell just short of the Plano Reapers by a score of 2-1. The Mustangs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Reapers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
As for Plano, their victory ended an eight-game drought at home and bumped them up to 7-19-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since April 15th.
For Plano's part, Chesney Schimandle spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on four hits.
At the plate, Lindsey Cocks was excellent, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double.
Looking ahead, Yorkville Christian will venture away from home to face off against Lisle at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Mustangs are facing the Lions at the right time seeing as the Lions are stuck on a nine-game losing streak. As for Plano, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Morris at 4:30 p.m. The Redskins' pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so the Reapers' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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