Centennial extended their losing streak to three on Saturday, dropping them down to 2-13. They lost 10-0 to the Bloomington Purple Raiders. The Chargers were not able to make up for their defeat to the Purple Raiders from their previous meeting back in May of 2025.
As for Bloomington, their victory ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 4-13. That looming 10-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
For Bloomington's part, Centennial's batters probably weren't too happy with Mady McComas, who pitched a no hitter and racked up 11 Ks (she gave up two walks). Those 11 strikeouts set a new season-high mark for McComas.
At the plate, Mara Copes was incredible, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Those two doubles gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Addie Irwin, who went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Centennial will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Champaign Central at 6:00 p.m. The Chargers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Maroons have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season. As for Bloomington, they will square off against Bloomington Central Catholic at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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