The Centauri Falcons will look to defend their home field on Friday against the Gunnison Cowboys at 11:00 a.m. Centauri is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.4 runs per game this season.
In what's become a running theme this season, Centauri gave their fans yet another huge win on Tuesday. They put the hurt on Del Norte with a sharp 15-9 victory. The win was just what Centauri needed coming off of a 22-4 loss in their prior match.
Dylan Gallardo made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching an inning while giving up no earned runs off one hit (he also only allowed one walk). Gallardo was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jace Haslett, who went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Kamryn Garcia, who got on base in three of his five plate appearances with four RBI and a stolen base.
Meanwhile, it was a hard-fought contest, but Gunnison had to settle for a 4-3 defeat against Coal Ridge on Tuesday. Gunnison has not had much luck with Coal Ridge recently, as the team's come up short the last three times they've met.
The victory got Centauri back to even at 5-5. As for Gunnison, their loss dropped their record down to 4-4.
Centauri might still be hurting after the 13-5 defeat they got from Gunnison in their previous matchup back in April of 2023. Will Centauri have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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