Softball Recap: Centennial Comes Up Short

Centennial had lost three straight at home, but on Thursday they dropped down to 7-8 to make it four. They lost 11-1 to Blue River. The Broncos were not able to make up for their defeat to Blue River from their previous meeting back in September of 2024.

Paityn Scheele made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with one home run.

As for Blue River, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 14-5. Considering they have won six games by more than seven runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.

On Blue River's side, Abby Lindsley made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing five innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Lindsley has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with one home run.

In other batting news, Danica Watts was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. Those four hits gave her a new career-high. Ashlyn Long was another key player, going 1-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Centennial will welcome Polk County at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Broncos' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Slammers have averaged an impressive 7.2 runs per game this season. As for Blue River, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Tournament Opponent at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday.