ROSEMONT, Ill. - The third-ranked Kirkwood softball team raised its record to 8-0 Saturday with a pair of victories at the Rosemont Dome.

The Eagles whipped Waubonsee, 9-0, in their first game behind a strong pitching effort by Nicky Simpson, who tossed a one-hitter with 11 strikeouts. Maddie Hansen went 2-for-2 with a double, triple and two RBIs.

Kirkwood topped Rock Valley, 9-1, in its second game Saturday. Lexi Ferrari went 2-for-3 with two RBIs and had the game-ending base hit. Taylor Nearad was 2-for-3 with a triple and scored twice.

Lexi Kinnaird allowed one earned run on three hits, with nine strikeouts and no walks.