Central Linn won the last time they faced East Linn Christian Academy, and things went their way on Friday too. Everything went the Central Linn Cobras' way against the East Linn Christian Academy Eagles as the Central Linn Cobras made off with a 17-3 win. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Central Linn.
Callie Northern was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 11 batters over five innings while giving up three earned runs off only two hits. Northern has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Northern was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Lora Johnson was a standout: she scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played. Jennifer Smith was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Central Linn's victory was their fifth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 6-15. As for East Linn Christian Academy, they are on a ten-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-11.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Central Linn will take on Santiam at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. One thing working in Santiam's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last five matchups. As for East Linn Christian Academy, they will be playing at home against Mohawk at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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