There's no place like home for Corydon Central, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Tuesday. They walked away with a 7-2 victory over the Salem Lions on Thursday. That's more bragging rights for Corydon Central, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Madison Garretson was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits. Garretson has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive pitching appearances. Garretson was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two RBI.
In other batting news, Addyson Leonard was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last four games she's played. Ava Gerdon was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
On Salem's side, they saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Gabby Hypes, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI and a double.
Corydon Central has been performing well recently as they've won ten of their last 12 matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 13-6 record this season. As for Salem, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-10.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Corydon Central will take on Scottsburg at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Salem, they will head out on the road to challenge West Washington at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. West Washington will roll in looking for their 13th straight win, something Salem surely won't give up without a fight.
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