For the second straight game, Illiana Christian will face off against Whiting. The Vikings will be playing at home against the Oilers at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Illiana Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.2 runs per game this season.
Illiana Christian will roll into the game after a wild two-game stretch: they didn't score any runs on Saturday, then bounced right back against Whiting on Monday. The Vikings blew past the Oilers 14-1. The Vikings haven't had any issues with the Oilers recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive win against them.
Cayden Petersen was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits over five innings pitched. Petersen was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Those two doubles gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Illiana Christian got a massive performance out of Emmy Jansma, who went 3-for-4 with two triples, four RBI, and two runs. Those two triples gave Jansma a new career-high. Sofia Dunnet was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one home run, four RBI, and one stolen base.
Illiana Christian always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .629. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Whiting only posted an OBP of .222.
Illiana Christian's victory bumped their record up to 10-6. As for Whiting, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 6-5.
Tuesday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Illiana Christian has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .473. However, it's not like Whiting struggles in that department as they've averaged .461. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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