Franklin Central couldn't quite beat Columbus North on Saturday, but the two-run margin was a huge improvement compared to the 16-run defeat they were dealt on Saturday. The Franklin Central Flashes fell just short of the Columbus North Bull Dogs by a score of 6-4. Franklin Central has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Sarah Miller made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and fired off two home runs while going 2-for-4.
On Columbus North's side, Bailee Scruggs spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up nine Ks. Scruggs has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Lily Retz, who scored a run while going 2-for-4. Morgan Jarvis was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Franklin Central's loss dropped their record down to 9-8. As for Columbus North, they now have a winning record of 7-6.
Franklin Central will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Center Grove at 6:00 p.m. Franklin Central is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.2 runs per game this season. As for Columbus North, they are on the road again on Tuesday to play Carmel at 6:00 p.m. Carmel is coming into the match with three straight wins at home, so Columbus North will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum.
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