Normal University extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 10-14 in the process. They lost 11-3 to the Glenwood Titans. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Titans this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-0 back in March.
Nicole Ekhoff was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. Meera Sundaram was another key player, going 3-for-5 with one double and one RBI.
As for Glenwood, the victory was the eighth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 17-1. The team dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 8.5 runs.
On Glenwood's side, Alyvia Streb spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up seven Ks. Streb has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Sydney Feld was incredible, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. Sophia Whitten also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Coincidentally, Normal University and Glenwood will both be playing Normal Community the next time they take the field. The Titans will host the Ironmen at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, while the Pioneers will host them at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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