Rushville-Industry's game on Monday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They came out on top against the Seymour Indians by a score of 10-6. The win continues a trend for the Rockets in their matchups with the Indians: they've now won four in a row.
Italee Ford made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over seven innings while giving up five earned (and one unearned) runs off 11 hits (and only one walk). That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in April of 2024. She was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with three stolen bases, three RBI, and one run.
Charlee Gerleman
| 05/15/25 @ Seymour | 3 |
| 03/28/25 vs Illini West | 2 |
| 05/12/25 vs Cuba/Spoon River Valley | 1 |
| 05/06/25 vs Hamilton | 1 |
| 04/28/25 @ PORTA/Ashland-Chandlerville Central | 1 |
In other batting news, Charlee Gerleman and Devin Vogler did most of the damage at the plate: Gerleman got on base in four of her five plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one triple, while Vogler went 2-for-3 with one home run, two stolen bases, and two runs. Those three stolen bases gave Gerleman a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Lainy Greer, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Rushville-Industry's victory bumped their record up to 17-8. As for Seymour, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 13-13-1 record this season.
Rushville-Industry does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Seymour, they will challenge Triopia/Meredosia-Chambersburg/Virginia at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Indians' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Trojans have averaged an impressive 9.9 runs per game this season.
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