Wahoo/Bishop Neumann managed to slip by Central City/Centura the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Warriors came up short against the Kernels on Thursday, falling 11-2. The Warriors were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Kernels apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
Wahoo/Bishop Neumann got a good showing from Kane Haar, who pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Those zero earned runs gave Haar a new career-low.
At the plate, Alex Barry was cooking despite his team's loss, going 2-for-3 with one home run, two RBI, and one double. That home run was his first of the season. Another player making a difference was Kaden Christen, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Wahoo/Bishop Neumann has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season. As for Central City/Centura, the win keeps they at an undefeated 7-0.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Wahoo/Bishop Neumann is set to challenge their familiar foe Elkhorn at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Central City/Centura will take on rival Fairbury at 12:00 p.m. on Monday. The timing is sure in the Kernels' favor as the squad sits on five straight wins at home (dating back to last season) while the Jeffs have been banged up by five consecutive losses on the road.
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