Ben Davis barely beat North Central the last time the pair played, but that sure wasn't the case this time around. The Giants blew past the Panthers 13-1 on Wednesday. The win continues a trend for the Giants in their matchups with the Panthers: they've now won four in a row.
Riley Gilliland
| 05/14/25 @ North Central | 1 |
| 05/10/25 vs Roncalli | 2 |
| 05/01/25 @ Brownsburg | 2 |
| 04/26/25 vs Living Water Homeschool | 2 |
| 04/25/25 vs Western | 2 |
| + 2 more games |
Riley Gilliland made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with one home run. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Bailee Latimer, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and one stolen base. Another player making a difference was Mariana Lopez, who went 2-for-4 with four RBI, one stolen base, and one double.
Ben Davis lost a few balls and finished the game with two home runs. That's the most home runs they've posted since back in April of 2024.
Ben Davis now has a winning record of 11-10. As for North Central, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost nine of their last 11 games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-13-1 record this season.
Ben Davis will head out to square off against Cathedral at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Fighting Irish will roll in looking for their 22nd straight victory, something the Giants surely won't give up without a fight. As for North Central, they will take on Lawrence Central at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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