There's no place like home for Floyd Central, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Saturday. Everything went their way against the New Albany Bulldogs on Tuesday as they made off with a 13-1 win. Considering the Highlanders have won six games by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
Emmy Miller made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits (and only one walk). That's the most strikeouts she has posted over her last 11 contests. She was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Elise Coleman, who fired off two home runs, three runs, and three RBI while going 2-for-3. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in May of 2024. Another player making a difference was Breleigh Lockhart, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3.
Highlanders
| 04/15/25 vs New Albany | 13-1 |
| 05/13/24 vs Lanesville | 9-2 |
| 05/11/24 vs South Oldham | 8-1 |
| 05/11/24 vs Boonville | 5-3 |
| 05/10/24 vs Bullitt East | 8-7 |
| + 6 more games |
Floyd Central pushed their record up to 11-4 with the victory, which was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season. The home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.6 runs over those games. As for New Albany, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last seven matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-7 record this season.
Floyd Central will head out to take on Boonville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for New Albany, they will be playing at home against Bedford North Lawrence at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Bulldogs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Stars have averaged an impressive 6.2 runs per game this season.
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