Wheeling hadn't done well against Hoffman Estates recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Wildcats were the clear victors by a 12-2 margin over the Hawks. The Wildcats might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three contests by ten runs or more this season.
Olivia Aquino spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on seven hits and racked up six Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in five consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Wheeling let Alaina Costello and Caitlyn Fitzgerald run wild. Costello went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI, while Fitzgerald went a perfect 3-for-3 with four RBI and one double. That's the most RBI Fitzgerald has posted since back in April of 2025. Another player making a difference was Viansa Pollina, who went 2-for-3 with one run and one RBI.
Wildcats
| 04/14/26 vs Hoffman Estates | 12-2 |
| 04/13/26 @ Streamwood | 28-16 |
| 04/09/26 vs Rolling Meadows | 9-7 |
| 04/06/26 @ Maine East | 21-0 |
The victory was the fourth in a row for Wheeling, bringing their record up to 5-2. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 17.5 runs over those games. As for Hoffman Estates, they dropped their record down to 1-8 with the loss, which was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Wheeling will take on rival Palatine at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Hoffman Estates is set to challenge their familiar foe Elk Grove at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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