Central hadn't done well against Rocky Bayou Christian recently (they were 0-4 in their previous four matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Jaguars put the hurt on the Knights with a sharp 10-3 victory. Considering the Jaguars have won three games by more than six runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
Shelby Zigler was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out ten batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Central let Natalie Blair and Tenley Smarr run wild. Blair went a perfect 4-for-4 with three stolen bases, three runs, and two doubles, while Smarr went 1-for-3 with one home run, two stolen bases, and three runs. Those four hits gave Blair a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Addie Holland, who went 1-for-4 with one home run and two RBI.
Central lost a few balls and finished the game with two home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.
Jaguars
| 03/03/26 vs Rocky Bayou Christian | 10-3 |
| 02/26/26 @ Booker T. Washington | 21-3 |
| 02/24/26 @ Laurel Hill | 14-2 |
| 02/19/26 @ Flomaton | 14-10 |
| 02/17/26 @ Walton | 9-8 |
The win keeps Central at an undefeated 5-0. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 13.6 runs this season. As for Rocky Bayou Christian, they suffered their first road defeat, dropping their record down to 2-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Central will venture away from home to challenge Lighthouse Private Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Rocky Bayou Christian, they will head out to face off against Laurel Hill at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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