While Hillsdale put up some runs on Friday, the same can't be said for Chippewa. The Falcons were the clear victors by a 10-0 margin over the Chipps. Considering the Falcons have won four contests by more than six runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Kennedy Fickes was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out seven over five innings pitched. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, two doubles, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Kiki McFadden was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three doubles, two runs, and two RBI. Taylor Schmitz was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Hillsdale kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least 11 hits in five consecutive matches.
04/11/25 vs Chippewa | 10-0 |
04/04/25 vs Crestview | 5-4 |
04/02/25 vs Northwestern | 9-2 |
05/14/24 vs Keystone | 6-5 |
05/10/24 vs Fairless | 5-2 |
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Hillsdale pushed their record up to 6-1 with the victory, which was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season. Those home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.7 runs over those games. As for Chippewa, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 2-3.
Hillsdale wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next game, a 19-2 victory against Buckeye on the 12th. As for Chippewa, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 19-1 loss against Norwayne on the 15th.
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