North Mac extended their losing streak to four on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 2-14 in the process. They lost 12-2 to the Hillsboro Hiltoppers. The Panthers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Hiltoppers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
As for Hillsboro, their record is now 6-9. They not only won on Tuesday, but they posted their biggest win since March 26th (when they won 16-1).
For Hillsboro's part, Lainey Lessman made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits. Lessman has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two RBI and one run.
In other batting news, Peyton Chappelear was a standout: she fired off two home runs and three runs while going 2-for-3. What's more, she posted two RBI, the most she's had since back in March of 2024. Briley Kirby was another key player, going 3-for-4 with four runs, two stolen bases, and one double.
Coming up, North Mac will be playing in front of their home fans against Greenfield/Northwestern at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Panthers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Tigers have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season. As for Hillsboro, they will challenge Litchfield at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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