Montgomery Central had to endure a five-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They had just enough and edged the Clarksville Academy Cougars out 9-8. The win was just what Montgomery Central needed coming off of a 17-4 defeat in their prior match.
Dylan Fulton made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run over four innings pitched. Fulton was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Gabrial Eddington was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Jackson Morris, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
On Clarksville Academy's side, Jalon Page made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-2. The team also got some help courtesy of Tristen Cobbler, who went 1-for-4 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
Even though they lost, Clarksville Academy was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Montgomery Central only hit no.
Montgomery Central's victory bumped their record up to 3-5. As for Clarksville Academy, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Montgomery Central will head out on the road to challenge Northwest at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Clarksville Academy, they will face off against Summertown at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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