Warren Central extended their losing streak to four on Monday, dropping their season record down to 1-6 in the process. They lost 15-5 to Whiteland. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Warren Central of the 15-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2021.
Gabi Hilliard made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with two runs and two RBI. Jordyn Dever also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
As for Whiteland, the win got them back to even at 4-4. With that victory, they brought their scoring average up to 6.6 runs per game.
On Whiteland's side, Joslynn Skaggs made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off eight hits (and only one walk). Those nine strikeouts gave Skaggs a new career-high. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with one triple, one run, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Whiteland got a massive performance out of Kaelyn Putnam, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Kyrstin Farr, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one double.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Warren Central will venture away from home to face off against Pike at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Warriors are facing the Red Devils at the right time seeing as the Red Devils are stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Whiteland, they will head out to square off against Franklin Community at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Warriors' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Grizzly Cubs have averaged an impressive 9.1 runs per game this season.
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