Softball Preview: Central Wolves vs. Grand Blanc Bobcats
Central is 0-6 against Grand Blanc since May of 2021 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Thursday. The Central Wolves will look to defend their home field against the Grand Blanc Bobcats at 4:00 p.m. The last four games Central has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
Last Saturday, it was close, but Central sidestepped Frankenmuth for a 3-2 win.
Meanwhile, Grand Blanc was able to grind out a solid victory over Mt. Pleasant on Tuesday, taking the game 7-2. The win made it back-to-back victories for Grand Blanc.
Kayla Blumenschein spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on six hits and racked up 11 Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Katelyn DeWitt was incredible, going 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Jaclyn Garvey was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
Central is on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 6-3 record this season. As for Grand Blanc, their win bumped their record up to 9-3.
Central suffered a grim 10-0 defeat to Grand Blanc when the teams last played back in May of 2023. Will Central have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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