The Hilliard Bradley Jaguars will challenge the Central Crossing Comets at 5:15 p.m. on Wednesday. Hilliard Bradley's pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so Central Crossing's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
Hilliard Bradley fell victim to Sheridan and their airtight pitching crew on Saturday. They took a 4-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Generals. The matchup marked the first time this season in which the Jaguars were not able to get on the board.
Meanwhile, Central Crossing fought the good fight in their extra-innings contest against Circleville on Saturday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Tigers by a score of 4-3. The Comets just can't catch a break and have now endured three losses in a row.
Hayliee Roberts spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and two unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up ten Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 12 consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Makayla Unrue was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base.
Hilliard Bradley's defeat dropped their record down to 14-5. As for Central Crossing, their loss dropped their record down to 8-8.
Hilliard Bradley took their win against Central Crossing in their previous matchup back in April of 2022 by a conclusive 12-0 score. Will the Jaguars repeat their success, or do the Comets have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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