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| 05/16/25 - Home | 9-2 W |
| 05/10/24 - Away | 3-4 L |
| 05/16/23 - Home | 11-1 W |
| 05/23/22 - Neutral | 17-1 W |
| 05/17/22 - Home | 4-2 W |
| + 5 more games |
North Central had lost seven games straight , but after bumping their record up to 6-13-1 on Friday that streak is in the rearview. They put the hurt on the Lawrence Central Bears with a sharp 9-2 victory. The Panthers not only won on Friday, but they posted their biggest win since April 29th (when they won 16-4).
Kaelee Jacobs was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched six innings while giving up just two earned runs off seven hits. Jacobs was even better at the plate, going 2-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Samantha Saalfrank, who went 2-for-4 with three RBI, two doubles, and one run. That's the most doubles she has posted since back in April of 2024. Gabriella Stevens was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two RBI and one run.
As for Lawrence Central, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost ten of their last 11 matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-16 record this season. They just can't catch a break and have now endured three losses in a row.
On Lawrence Central's side, they saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Eliana Luter, who went 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
Coincidentally, North Central and Lawrence Central will both be playing Living Water Homeschool the next time they take the field. The Bears will host the Marlins at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, while the Panthers will host them at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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