Central extended their losing streak to six on Thursday, dropping them down to 2-7. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 14-13 heartbreaker at the hands of the Lincoln Park Academy Greyhounds. The Cobras were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Greyhounds apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2025.
Ava Sparkman was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with one home run, four runs, and two stolen bases. Jazmyn Tyson also deserves some recognition as she brought in her first RBI of the season.
As for Lincoln Park Academy, the victory snapped their losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 3-6 record. The high-scoring effort was just what they needed considering they were shut out in their previous matchup.
On Lincoln Park Academy's side, Jayden Groothouse was a standout: she went a perfect 4-for-4 with two stolen bases, five RBI, and two runs. Those four hits gave Groothouse a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Justice Monds, who went 4-for-5 with four runs, two stolen bases, and two doubles.
Central and Lincoln Park Academy will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next games. The next time the Cobras see the field they'll take on Vero Beach at 6:00 p.m. on the 24th. As for Lincoln Park Academy, their break will end when they face Master's Academy at 6:00 p.m. on the 26th.
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