Sadly, Peoria Heights is still looking for their first win of the season after four matchups. Their rough 17-2 loss to the Delavan Panthers on Thursday might stick with them for a while. One positive for Peoria Heights, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
For Delavan's part, Lainey Klokkenga made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out nine over four innings pitched. Klokkenga has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Klokkenga was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs, a triple, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Delavan got a massive performance out of Nola Houston, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Miley Harper, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Peoria Heights' defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Delavan, their win ended a nine-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 3-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Peoria Heights will take on Peoria at 4:00 p.m. in their first game on Tuesday. As for Delavan, they will head out on the road to square off against El Paso-Gridley at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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