There's no place like home for Eastland, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Monday. They skirted past the Galena Pirates 4-3. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Eastland also won the last time the pair played back in May of 2023.
For Galena's part, Ava Hahn spent all 8.1 innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on five hits and racked up 16 Ks. Hahn has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in 19 consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Macy Schulz was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
Eastland is on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last ten matches, which provided a nice bump to their 15-6 record this season. As for Galena, their loss dropped their record down to 12-8.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Eastland will take on Pecatonica at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Galena, they will be playing in front of their home fans against East Dubuque at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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