After losing to Lake Norman Charter the last time they met, Central Cabarrus decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Vikings came out on top against the Knights by a score of 4-1 on Tuesday. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Vikings.
Keyen Elbe
| 04/15/25 vs Lake Norman Charter | 5 |
| 04/09/25 @ Piedmont | 6 |
| 03/25/25 vs Concord | 7 |
Keyen Elbe made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run over 5.1 innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two RBI and one double. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other pitching news, James Cloutier III looked comfortable as he tossed 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent : he hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances.
Elbe wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Paulie Coubal, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Central Cabarrus' record now sits at 6-12. As for Lake Norman Charter, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-6.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Central Cabarrus will head out to take on West Rowan at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Falcons will roll in looking for their tenth straight win, something the Vikings surely won't give up without a fight. As for Lake Norman Charter, they will face off against East Rowan at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Knights' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Mustangs have averaged an impressive 8.2 runs per game this season.
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