Centerville lost to Milan back in April of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Centerville Bulldogs came out on top in a nail-biter against the Milan Indians and snuck past 6-5. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Centerville.
Madi Yount made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out 15 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits. Yount was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Drew Tubesing was incredible, going 3-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Haven Walter, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Like Centerville, Milan also got a great game from a two-way player: Kynadee Bode. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over six innings while giving up four earned runs off six hits. Bode has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Bode was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Emma Voss made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3. Mallory Eaglin was another key contributor, going 1-for-4 with four RBI and a double.
Centerville's victory bumped their record up to 2-0. As for Milan, their record now sits at 4-7.
Centerville will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Franklin County at 5:30 p.m. As for Milan, they will head out on the road to take on Richmond at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. Milan is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.5 runs per game this season.
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