Softball Preview: Central Christian Saints vs. Rocky Bayou Christian Knights
After two games on the road, Central Christian is heading back home. They will take on the Rocky Bayou Christian Knights at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Central Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 13.7 runs per game this season.
On Friday, Central Christian needed a bit of extra time to put away Atmore Christian. They skirted past the Rams 4-3.
Aven Dawson spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on five hits and racked up 18 Ks.
At the plate, Central Christian let Josie Lintz and Sophie Lintz loose on the outfield. Lintz scored two runs while going 3-for-4, while Lintz went 2-for-3 with three RBI and a double. Calleigh Callaway was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, sadly, Rocky Bayou Christian is still looking for their first win of the season after five matchups. They fell victim to a tough 19-2 defeat at the hands of Bay on Tuesday.
Central Christian's win bumped their record up to 7-4. As for Rocky Bayou Christian, their loss dropped their record down to 0-5.
Central Christian took their victory against Rocky Bayou Christian in their previous matchup back in May of 2023 by a conclusive 20-1. Will Central Christian repeat their success, or does Rocky Bayou Christian have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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