Softball Recap: Central Kitsap Cougars vs. Peninsula Seahawks
Central Kitsap won against North Thurston on Monday with 14 runs and they decided to stick to that run total again on Tuesday. The Central Kitsap Cougars blew past the Peninsula Seahawks 14-5. That looming 14-5 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Central Kitsap yet this season.
Coral Howell spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and one unearned) runs on nine hits.
On the hitting side, Ava Day was a standout: she went 1-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Eva Thompson, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Central Kitsap's win ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-10. As for Peninsula, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-9 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Central Kitsap will take on Gig Harbor at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Gig Harbor will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Central Kitsap surely won't give up without a fight. As for Peninsula, they will head out on the road to square off against Stanwood at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.
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