Junction City couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell victim to a tough 13-4 defeat at the hands of the Salina Central Mustangs on Friday. Junction City was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Salina Central apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March of 2023.
For Salina Central's part, Katy Wagner was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits. Wagner was also big at the plate, going 1-for-5 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
In other batting news, Salina Central let Caroline Brady and Harper Turpin loose on the outfield. Brady scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-5, while Turpin scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4. Brady is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's stolen at least one every time she's taken the field this season. Tyler Vidricksen was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 3-for-5.
Salina Central's victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-1.
While Junction City had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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