Game Recap: Weir vs. Oak Glen
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In a dramatic softball matchup, the Weir Red Riders overcame a two-run deficit against Oak Glen, ultimately securing a 3-2 victory in eight innings, maintaining their undefeated 8-0 record. Oak Glen initially took the lead in the first inning with RBIs from Danica Holden and Maddie Murray. However, Weir's pitcher, Eliza Utt, settled in, delivering a strong performance with ten strikeouts and limiting Oak Glen to five hits. Despite trailing 2-0 into the bottom of the seventh, Weir rallied, with Kylie Dean hitting a clutch two-run single to tie the game. In the eighth inning, Loganne Barton sealed the victory with a walk-off home run, capitalizing on a first-pitch opportunity. Weir's coach, John Leary, praised his team's resilience and clutch plays, noting their ability to perform under pressure. Oak Glen's Mattie Carney also pitched a complete game, striking out seven.