Central Regional had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They skirted past the Point Pleasant Boro Panthers 2-1. That's more bragging rights for Central Regional, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
For Point Pleasant Boro's part, Nicholas Kowalewski was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he didn't allow a single hit, only two earned runs while striking out eight over 5.1 innings pitched.
On the hitting side, Point Pleasant Boro saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Bryson Kirby, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Central Regional's victory bumped their record up to 4-15. As for Point Pleasant Boro, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 11-9 record this season.
Central Regional has the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome Ocean Township at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The last three games Central Regional has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Point Pleasant Boro, they will head out on the road to take on Point Pleasant Beach at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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