Highlanders
| 05/15/25 @ Jennings County | 13-0 |
| 05/14/25 vs Columbus East | 5-1 |
| 05/12/25 @ Madison | 10-0 |
| 05/07/25 vs Oldham County | 3-2 |
| 05/06/25 vs Meade County | 4-2 |
| + 7 more games |
Floyd Central had already won 11 in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 7.4 runs) and they went ahead and made it 12 on Thursday. They never let the Jennings County Panthers get on the board and left with a 13-0 victory. Considering the Highlanders have won 12 matches by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
Adeline Shultz was a major factor no matter where she played. She pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in ten consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two doubles and two RBI. Those two doubles gave her a new career-high.
In other pitching news, Emmy Miller looked comfortable as she tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, Addy Ware was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one double. Another player making a difference was Natalie Curtis, who went 1-for-2 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI.
Floyd Central pushed their record up to 22-4 with the win, which was their 11th straight on the road dating back to last season. Those road victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.0 run on average over those games. As for Jennings County, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-10 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Floyd Central will take on Silver Creek at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Jennings County, they will face off against Charlestown at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Pirates' pitching crew has only allowed 2.1 runs per game this season, so the Panthers' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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