Centennial hadn't done well against Kuna recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Patriots skirted past the Kavemen 9-8. That's more bragging rights for the Patriots, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Bailey Simpson ?26 was incredible, going 2-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. That home run marked the first that she launched this season. Another player making a difference was Keelyn Mardis ?26, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one home run.
Simpson ?26 wasn't the only one working in the home run department: Centennial lost a few balls and finished the game with two home runs. That's the most home runs they've posted since back in April of 2024.
Patriots
| 04/10/25 @ Kuna | 9-8 |
| 04/04/25 @ Ridgevue | 13-8 |
| 03/22/25 @ Baker | 9-4 |
| 03/21/25 @ South Fremont | 15-9 |
| 03/21/25 @ Moscow | 14-11 |
Centennial's win was their fifth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 9-7. The road victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.0 runs over those games. As for Kuna, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last eight contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-9 record this season.
Centennial will face off against Eagle at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Patriots' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Mustangs have averaged an impressive 9.5 runs per game this season. As for Kuna, they will take on Capital at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Kavemen's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Golden Eagles have averaged an impressive 9.4 runs per game this season.
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