Softball Recap: Centennial Comes Up Short

Centennial had lost four straight at home, but on Tuesday they dropped their record down to 3-17 to make it five. They came up short against the Brentwood Bruins, falling 15-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bruins this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-6 back in March.

As for Brentwood, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-4 record this season. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.

For Brentwood's part, Marina Mason was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out 14 over five innings pitched. Mason has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than nine strikeouts in 16 consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs and one stolen base. Those four hits gave her a new career-high.

In other batting news, Maggie McClendon was incredible, going a perfect 1-for-1 with four RBI, two runs, and one triple. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March of 2024. Jazz Richards also deserves some recognition as she scored her first run of the season.

We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Centennial is set to square off against their familiar foe Independence at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Brentwood will challenge rival Nolensville at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Bruins 2.9, the Knights 4) so any runs scored will be well earned.