The Clarke Central Gladiators will look to defend their home field on Monday against the Mountain View Bears at 6:30 p.m. One thing working in Clarke Central's favor is that they have posted at least ten runs every time they've taken the field this season.
Clarke Central had a rough season last year, but they look ready to turn that poor record around this year. They blew past Rockdale County 19-4. The Gladiators might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won three matchups by 12 runs or more this season.
Peyton Aubrey made a big impact no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over three innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off two hits. Aubrey was even better at the plate, going 3-for-4 with a home run, six RBI, and a double.
In other batting news, Adriana Ozuna was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three runs, four RBI, and a triple. Gabby Campbell was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 2-for-2.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Clarke Central kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. That's the most hits they've earned since back in September of 2023.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Mountain View, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Monday. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past Flowery Branch 9-7.
Clarke Central's victory bumped their record up to 4-0. As for Mountain View, the win got them back to even at 2-2.
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