Center Hill might've scored the first runs on Friday, but it was Olive Branch who claimed the real prize. The Mustangs took a 10-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Conquistadors. The Mustangs were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Conquistadors earlier this season, when they won 17-14.
Landon Ballard
| 04/17/26 vs Olive Branch | 1 |
| 04/11/26 @ Corinth | 2 |
| 04/07/26 vs South Panola | 2 |
| 03/27/26 @ Saltillo | 1 |
| 03/24/26 vs Saltillo | 0 |
Landon Ballard was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he tossed six innings while giving up just two earned (and four unearned) runs off seven hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Easton Hughes was cooking despite his team's loss, going 3-for-4 with one triple and two RBI. That triple marked the first that he has hit this season. Cash Thompson was another key player, earning two runs and two stolen bases.
Center Hill has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-16-1 record this season. Those defeats can't be blamed on the team's hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 6.5 runs over those games. As for Olive Branch, their record now sits at 17-10.
Center Hill does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Olive Branch, they are taking a road trip to challenge Ridgeland at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Conquistadors' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Titans have averaged an impressive 10 runs per game this season.
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