Central had lost three straight on the road, but on Thursday they dropped down to 7-7 to make it four. They came up short against the Academy for Classical Education Gryphons, falling 17-1. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Gryphons this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 14-1 on Thursday.
Central saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was JaMyree Simmons, who went 1-for-2 with one double and one RBI.
As for Academy for Classical Education, they are on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last nine matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-5 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight contests by six runs or more this season.
On Academy for Classical Education's side, Avery Edalgo made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Edalgo has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two hits in seven consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with four RBI and one double. That's the most hits she has posted over her last ten games.
In other batting news, Sophie Denney was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with three runs, two doubles, and one RBI. Those three runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Sydney Collins, who went 2-for-3 with one triple, two RBI, and one run.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Central will welcome Howard at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Academy for Classical Education, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Washington County at 6:00 p.m.
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