Centerpoint had to endure a six-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Everything went their way against the Kirby Trojans on Tuesday as the Centerpoint Knights made off with an 18-3 win. Centerpoint's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Nathan Rogers made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. Rogers has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Rogers was also solid in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, Blake Teague was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-2. Another player making a difference was Gray Smith, who scored two runs while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Centerpoint's victory bumped their record up to 3-10. As for Kirby, their loss was their eighth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-6.
Centerpoint will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Fouke at 4:30 p.m. As for Kirby, they will head out on the road to take on Marion at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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