Coffee County Central lost a heartbreaker to Columbia Central when they met back in March of 2022, and they left with a heavy heart again on Tuesday. The Coffee County Central Red Raiders fell 5-2 to the Columbia Central Lions. Coffee County Central has struggled against Columbia Central recently, as their contest on Tuesday was their third consecutive lost matchup.
Blake Hillis made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-3.
On Columbia Central's side, Lane Sharp tossed a big game, not allowing a single earned run and only two hits while striking out 12 over six innings pitched. Sharp has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than six innings in five consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Konner Bowden was a standout: he went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases and a double. Jack Beck was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Coffee County Central's loss dropped their record down to 12-14-1. As for Columbia Central, their win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 15-10.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Coffee County Central will take on Franklin County at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Columbia Central, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Summertown at 5:00 p.m.
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