South Newton hasn't had much luck against Benton Central recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. The Rebels will venture away from home to face off against the Bison at 5:00 p.m. South Newton has given up an average of 13.3 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
South Newton is headed into Thursday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 15th straight game dating back to last season on Tuesday. They came up short against Watseka, falling 29-6.
West Lafayette hit Benton Central with a six-run fourth inning on Wednesday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Bison lost 7-1 to the Red Devils. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since April 25, 2023, but that streak is no more.
Benton Central saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kaydric Tyson, who went 1-for-3 with one run.
South Newton's defeat dropped their record down to 0-10. As for Benton Central, their loss dropped their record down to 4-11.
South Newton might still be hurting after the 13-3 defeat they got from Benton Central when the teams last played back in May of 2024. Can the Rebels avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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