Tri-Central was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They lost 14-2 to the Clinton Central Bulldogs. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Tri-Central of the 18-4 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
For Clinton Central's part, Landree Whiteman made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out eight over five innings pitched. Whiteman has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Whiteman was also big at the plate, scoring three runs while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Kortney Surber was incredible, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Carly Davison, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Tri-Central's defeat dropped their record down to 1-7. As for Clinton Central, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 9-4.
Tri-Central will head out on the road to take on Rossville at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Rossville's pitching crew has only allowed 2.3 runs per game this season, so Tri-Central's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Clinton Central, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Tipton at 5:00 p.m. The timing is sure in Clinton Central's favor as the team sits on five straight wins at home while Tipton has been banged up by eight consecutive losses on the road.
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