Buckeye Local hasn't had much luck against Harrison Central recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Panthers are taking a road trip to face off against the Huskies at 5:00 p.m. Buckeye Local's pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so Harrison Central's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
Buckeye Local was handed a six-run loss in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene last Thursday. They won by a run and slipped past Indian Creek 4-3. The Panthers' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.

Karlie Lander
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Karlie Lander spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on ten hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk any time she's pitched this season.
At the plate, Danika Bauknecht was excellent, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI and one double. Addie Jones was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs and one stolen base.
Meanwhile, Harrison Central came up short against Eastern on Saturday, falling 12-6.
Harrison Central's defeat dropped their record down to 3-3. As for Buckeye Local, the victory got them back to even at 2-2.
Buckeye Local might still be hurting after the 18-1 loss they got from Harrison Central when the teams last played back in April of 2025. Can the Panthers avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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