Softball Recap: Tri-Central Takes a Loss

Tri-Central was the 6-4 winner over Eastern when they last played one another two weeks ago, but their luck changed this time around. The Trojans fell 8-5 to the Comets on Tuesday. The Trojans have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Layla Baldwin spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and five unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.

On the hitting side, Bella Stewart made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with three RBI and one double. The team also got some help courtesy of Logan Creason, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.

Tri-Central's loss dropped their record down to 6-11. As for Eastern, with the victory, they broke their four-game losing streak and moved their record to 4-22.

Looking ahead, Tri-Central will challenge North Miami at 10:00 a.m. on Monday. Eastern does not have any more games scheduled as of now.