Fairview extended their losing streak to seven on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 7-11 in the process. They came up short against the Camden Central Lions, falling 12-6. The Yellowjackets were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Lions apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March of 2021.
As for Camden Central, their record is now 7-12. They not only won on Thursday, but they posted their biggest win since March 27th (when they won 30-2).
For Camden Central's part, Carter Maines made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Maines has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one hit in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-5 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
In other batting news, Bryson Bivens and Gage Johnson did most of the damage at the plate: Bivens went 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one double, while Johnson got on base in four of his five plate appearances with three stolen bases and two RBI. Johnson has become a key player for Camden Central: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 5-11 otherwise. Amaury Rogers was another key player, going 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Fairview will challenge Non Varsity Opponent at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Camden Central, they will face off against Harpeth at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. The Lions' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Indians have averaged an impressive 6.6 runs per game this season.
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