Arcola extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 11 on Tuesday, dropping them down to 0-10. They lost 14-1 to the Neoga Indians. The Purple Riders were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Indians apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2025.
Arcola saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Madeline Pilkington, who went 1-for-3 with one run.
Neoga's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-5. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Neoga's side, Maleah Coy was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with five RBI, three runs, and one stolen base. Another player making a difference was Lillian Denson, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with four runs, two RBI, and one double.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Arcola will square off against Georgetown-Ridge Farm at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Buffaloes have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 10.57 runs per game on average), something the Purple Riders will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Neoga, they will take on Okaw Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Timberwolves have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 14.83 runs per game on average), something the Indians will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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