Softball Recap: Newman Central Catholic wins going away against Amboy

By Team Reports May 6, 2024, 5:30pm

Softball Recap: Newman Central Catholic Comets vs. Amboy Clippers

Newman Central Catholic was handed a two-run loss in their last game, but they sure didn't let that happen against Amboy on Monday. The Newman Central Catholic Comets blew past the Amboy Clippers 12-1. That's more bragging rights for Newman Central Catholic, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

Jessalin Johns made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out eight over four innings pitched. Johns was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with three RBI and a double.

In other batting news, Brenleigh Cook was incredible, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3. Madison Duhon was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.

Newman Central Catholic has been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine matches, which provided a massive bump to their 11-9 record this season. As for Amboy, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-8.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Newman Central Catholic will stay at home for another game and welcome Bureau Valley at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Newman Central Catholic is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.2 runs per game this season. As for Amboy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Somonauk at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.

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