After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Hoopeston, Clifton Central was happy to have turned things around on Tuesday. They had just enough and edged the Donovan Wildcats out 14-13. Clifton Central's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Sydney Jemar tossed a big game, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and six unearned) runs off two hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Emma Koch picked up the save, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
At the plate, Brenna Able was incredible, going 1-for-3 with three runs, four RBI, and a triple. The team also got some help courtesy of Rayven Perkins, who scored three runs while going 3-for-5.
On Donovan's side, Lily Anderson was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-4 with two runs, a triple, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Dayla Castillo, who scored three runs while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
Clifton Central's win bumped their record up to 2-3. As for Donovan, their defeat was their 12th straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-5.
Clifton Central will take on Dwight at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Donovan, they will head out on the road to square off against Clifton Central at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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