Geneva was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss. They came up short against the Hampshire Whip-Purs, falling 12-6. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Whip-Purs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 18-0 back in April.
Clara Lyons made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with one home run and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Sloane Fisher, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI and one double.
Geneva's defeat dropped their record down to 7-22. As for Hampshire, they have been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 21-10 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Geneva will take on St. Francis at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Spartans will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something the Vikings surely won't give up without a fight. As for Hampshire, they will head out on the road to take on Palatine at 3:00 p.m. on Friday.
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