After a string of five wins, Central Private's good fortune finally ran out on Saturday. They took a 10-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the University Lab Cubs. Central Private was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as University Lab apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March of 2023.
For University Lab's part, Kelsey Maloney was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched seven innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off seven hits. Maloney has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Maloney was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Charlotte Lowe was a standout: she scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Morgan Jackson was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing three bases while going 1-for-3.
Central Private's loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 11-2. As for University Lab, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 12-5 record this season.
Central Private will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Slaughter Community Charter at 4:00 p.m. Central Private will be looking to keep their 12-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. As for University Lab, they will head out on the road to take on Catholic - N.I. at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. University Lab is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 13.4 runs per game this season.
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