Softball Recap: Moline Puts Losing Streak Behind Them

Maroons

Margin (Wins)

04/15/25 vs Galesburg	13
04/29/25 vs Alleman	10
03/31/25 @ Rock Falls	10
03/28/25 @ Warren County	8
03/28/25 vs Varsity Opponent	8

Moline was handed a heart-breaking two-run defeat in their last match, but they sure didn't let that happen against Alleman on Tuesday. The Maroons blew past the Pioneers 11-1. The result was nothing new for the Maroons, who have now won seven contests by six runs or more so far this season.

Kayley Reynolds was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits. Reynolds was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most runs she has posted since back in March.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Gianna DeLeon, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with three doubles and one RBI. Those three doubles gave her a new career-high. Payton Lilliman was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two runs and one RBI.

Moline hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least four batters in three consecutive games.

Moline moved to 7-14 with that win, which also ended their four-game losing streak. As for Alleman, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-15 record this season.

Moline will welcome Quincy at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Alleman, they wasted no time getting back out on the field and have already played their next contest, a 13-1 loss against Rock Island on the 30th.