After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Malad, Declo was happy to have turned things around on Tuesday. They came out on top against the Wendell Trojans by a score of 9-5. That's the fourth time they've managed to beat them this season, with their most recent win being a 10-8 victory on Monday.
Makendrie Harris spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and one unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up 12 Ks.
At the plate, Teagan Wickel was a standout: she went a perfect 4-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Saige Wickel, who went 2-for-4 with one home run and three RBI.
Hornets
| 05/06/25 @ Wendell | 12 |
| 04/16/25 @ West Side | 10 |
| 04/11/25 @ Firth | 10 |
| 05/05/25 @ Wendell | 9 |
| 04/05/25 vs South Fremont | 9 |
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Declo kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Declo's victory bumped their record up to 10-12. As for Wendell, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 13-9.
Looking ahead, Declo will square off against Malad at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Dragons will roll in looking for their 16th straight win, something the Hornets surely won't give up without a fight. Wendell does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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