The West Jessamine Colts will face off against the Madison Central Indians at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. The timing isn't great for West Jessamine: they have been struggling with five straight losses at home, while Madison Central has snatched up five consecutive wins on the road.
West Jessamine is headed into the contest having just posted their closest win since May 9, 2024 on Wednesday. They won by a run and slipped past Boyle County 6-5.
Ben Hershey made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Hershey was also big at the plate, scoring a run while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
In other pitching news, Landon Davis looked comfortable as he struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one walk any time he's pitched this season.
Back at the plate, Mavrick Napier was excellent, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. Gabe Galus also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Meanwhile, it may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Madison Central ultimately got the result they hoped for on Wednesday. They came out on top against Montgomery County by a score of 7-2. The victory continues a trend for Madison Central in their matchups with Montgomery County: they've now won four in a row.
West Jessamine's win bumped their record up to 2-9-1. As for Madison Central, their victory bumped their record up to 9-5.
West Jessamine came up short against Madison Central in their previous matchup back in March of 2024, falling 8-3. Will the Colts 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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