Cougars
| 05/16/25 @ Columbia City | 2-0 |
| 05/15/25 @ Angola | 4-0 |
| 05/12/25 @ North Miami | 7-0 |
| 05/06/25 @ Garrett | 6-2 |
| 05/05/25 @ Fairfield | 10-7 |
Central Noble had won five straight on the road, but on Friday they bumped their record up to 16-4 to make it six. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Columbia City Eagles a 2-0 shutout. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Cougars have posted since May 14, 2024.
Not much got past Grace Swank, who gave up just a hit and racked up 15 Ks to keep Columbia City off the board. Swank has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in six consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Avery Deter was excellent, going 1-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
As for Columbia City, their defeat ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 14-4. The contest marked the first time this year in which they were not able to get on the board.
On Columbia City's side, Emma Hiss spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered two runs (both of which were unearned) on three hits and racked up eight Ks.
Looking ahead, Central Noble will head out on the road to take on Eastside at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Columbia City, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Norwell at 5:30 p.m. The Knights will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Eagles surely won't give up without a fight.
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