Centennial scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They blew past the Central Cobras 11-2. The victory was just what Centennial needed coming off of a 10-2 loss in their prior match.
Darwinn Lara spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered two runs (both of which were unearned) on two hits and racked up nine Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in five consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Centennial got a big performance out of Gio Lopez, who scored two runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Braden Wine was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing four bases while going 1-for-2.
On Central's side, they saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Robert MacLellan, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Centennial's win bumped their record up to 7-11. As for Central, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last eight matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-10 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Centennial will take on Martin County at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Martin County's pitching crew has only allowed 2.2 runs per game this season, so Centennial's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Central, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Treasure Coast at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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