NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State defeated Illinois Tuesday evening at Duffy Bass Field by a final score of 7-6. The Redbirds scored in the bottom of the 13th inning, as Aeilts drove home Parola for the walk-off win. The victory improves the 'Birds record to 18-14 on the season.
Top Hitters
- John Rave: 2-for-7, 2B, 2 RBI, 1 Run
Pitching Breakdown:
Quote from Coach Holm on Aeilts' game winner
"It only takes one. Unfortunately it felt like it took about 15 more innings to get it, but eventually you keep getting guys at second base, and you are going to get that hit.