The Warren Central Warriors will take on the Herron Achaeans at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Warren Central has given up an average of 10.5 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Warren Central managed to slip by Lawrence Central the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Warriors lost 13-3 to the Bears on Wednesday. The Warriors just can't catch a break and have now endured three defeats in a row.
Warren Central saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kennedi Nicholson, who went 1-for-2 with two RBI and one double.
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Herron). They blew past Waldron 23-10 on Tuesday. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Achaeans.
Jordyn Ault made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed six innings while giving up just one earned (and nine unearned) runs off 12 hits. Ault was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of her six plate appearances with five stolen bases, four runs, and one triple. Those five stolen bases gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Herron got a massive performance out of Layla Williams, who went 2-for-4 with four stolen bases, four runs, and one double. That's the most stolen bases Williams has posted since back in April of 2025. The team also got some help courtesy of Taylor Cotham, who went 2-for-5 with three stolen bases, four runs, and one double.
Herron kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They are 4-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
Warren Central's loss dropped their record down to 5-12. As for Herron, their win bumped their record up to 6-8.
Thursday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Warren Central has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .434. However, it's not like Herron struggles in that department as they've averaged .443. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Warren Central got the 'W' when the teams last played back in May of 2025 against Herron by a conclusive 19-7 score. Will the Warriors repeat their success, or do the Achaeans have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
