For the first time this season, Neches will have a chance to prove themselves in a conference matchup. They will take on the Centerville Bulldogs at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams each escaped (but just barely!) with wins against their previous opponents.
While Neches' victory against Apple Springs wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Tigers had just enough and edged out the Eagles 8-6. Winning may never get old, but the Tigers sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
Meanwhile, Centerville had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They had just enough and edged out Groveton 6-5 on Tuesday.
Wyatt Clede made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Clede was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Drew Larsen was excellent, going 3-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Neches' record now sits at 3-0-1. As for Centerville, their record is now 1-0.
Neches might still be hurting after the 17-1 defeat they got from Centerville in their previous matchup back in April of 2025. Can the Tigers avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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