After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Episcopal, Central Catholic was happy to have turned things around on Tuesday. They came out on top against the Alexander Bulldogs by a score of 6-1. For the Buttons, this counts as revenge for the 4-1 win the Bulldogs walked away with the last time they faced one another back in March of 2024.
Matt McClenan
| 03/11/25 vs Alexander | 11 |
| 03/06/25 vs Cinco Ranch | 5 |
| 02/28/25 @ Salado | 7 |
Matt McClenan made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 11 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits (and only one walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with one double and one RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Garrett Ticer, who went 1-for-4 with one home run and two RBI. That home run marked the first that he launched this season. Another player making a difference was Luke Ramos, who scored a run and stole Two bases. while going 1-for-3.
Central Catholic has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-3-1 record this season. Alexander's defeat dropped their record down to 9-5.
Looking ahead, Central Catholic will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Alexander at 1:00 p.m. As for Alexander, they will welcome United South at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Alexander's pitching crew has only allowed 3.1 runs per game this season, so United South's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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