Plainfield South scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Thursday. They put the hurt on the Joliet Central Steelmen with a sharp 17-5 win. The high-scoring effort was just what Plainfield South needed considering they were shutout in their previous contest.
For Joliet Central's part, Jay Zepeda was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Plainfield South's victory was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 16-12. As for Joliet Central, they have been struggling recently as they've lost nine of their last ten matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-21-1 record this season.
Plainfield South will be playing at home against Batavia at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Joliet Central, they will head out on the road to challenge Thornton Fractional South at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Thornton Fractional South will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something Joliet Central surely won't give up without a fight.
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