Warren Central had lost six straight on the road, but on Monday they dropped down to 4-17 to make it seven. They came up short against the Metcalfe County Hornets, falling 18-3. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Dragons of the 10-8 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2025.
As for Metcalfe County, the win snapped their losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 5-17 record. That looming 18-3 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
For Metcalfe County's part, Harper Hurt made a splash while hitting and pitching. She tossed three innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. What's more, Hurt posted five strikeouts, the most she's had since back in May of 2025. She was even better at the plate, going 1-for-2 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base. That triple was her first of the season.
In other batting news, LeeElla Boles was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. Emma Groce was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two triples, three runs, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Warren Central will take on Glasgow at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Metcalfe County, they will challenge Caverna at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Hornets' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Colonels have averaged an impressive 7.3 runs per game this season.
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