The York Dukes will take on the Downers Grove North Trojans at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. York is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.3 runs per game this season.
York is probably headed into the matchup with a chip on their shoulder considering Hinsdale Central just ended the team's five-game winning streak on Monday. They came up short against the Red Devils, falling 14-4. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Dukes have suffered since May 3rd.
Emily McNichols was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-3 with three RBI and one double.
Meanwhile, Downers Grove North scored first but ultimately less than Glenbard West in their contest on Monday. They fell just short of the Hilltoppers by a score of 3-2.
Ashlynn Durkin spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on six hits and racked up eight Ks. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than one walk in nine consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Downers Grove North saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Samantha Lehnherr, who went 2-for-3 with one run.
Downers Grove North's defeat dropped their record down to 15-13. As for York, their loss dropped their record down to 19-11.
York's speedy runners might be the difference in Wednesday's game. The Dukes have been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.1 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Downers Grove North, though, as they've been averaging only 0.3 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will York continue to outrun the ball?
York couldn't quite finish off Downers Grove North in their previous meeting on May 5th and fell 3-1. Will the Dukes have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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