Softball Game Recap: Muncie Central Comes Up Short

By Team Reports May 10, 2024, 9:12am

Softball Recap: Muncie Central Bearcats vs. Monroe Central Golden Bears

Muncie Central is still looking for their season's first win. They lost 17-1 to the Monroe Central Golden Bears on Thursday. Having soared to a lofty 16 runs in the game before, Muncie Central couldn't push the score so high this time.

For Monroe Central's part, Aubrey Johnson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Johnson was also solid in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.

In other batting news, Monroe Central let Whitley Martin and Makaylah Brainerd loose on the outfield. Martin went 3-for-3 with five RBI, three runs, and two doubles, while Brainerd scored two runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-3. Jayme Brannan was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.

Muncie Central's loss dropped their record down to 0-12. As for Monroe Central, their victory ended an 18-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 1-16.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Muncie Central will take on Marion at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Monroe Central, they will head out on the road to face off against Alexandria-Monroe at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.

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