It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but St. Charles East ultimately got the result they hoped for on Tuesday. They skirted past the Kaneland Knights 2-1. The Fighting Saints haven't had any issues with the Knights recently, as the game was their third consecutive victory against them.
Makayla Van Dinther spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on two hits and racked up ten Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances.
Addison Wolf
| 04/15/25 vs Kaneland | 3 |
| 05/06/24 vs Lake Park | 2 |
| 04/15/24 vs Wheaton North | 2 |
| 04/12/25 vs Lemont | 1 |
| 04/01/25 vs Hinsdale South | 1 |
On the hitting side, Addison Wolf was excellent, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three stolen bases. Those three stolen bases gave her a new career-high.
St. Charles East's record now sits at 9-4. As for Kaneland, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-4 record this season.
St. Charles East will venture away from home to challenge Sycamore at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Spartans' pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so the Fighting Saints' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Kaneland, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Rochelle at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Knights are facing the Hubs at the right time seeing as the Hubs are stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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