Colts
| 04/08/25 @ Hillsboro | 11 |
| 03/31/25 @ Pattonville | 5 |
| 03/25/25 @ Ladue Horton Watkins | 2 |
| 04/07/25 vs Lafayette | 1 |
After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Lafayette, Parkway Central was happy to have turned things around on Tuesday. They came out on top against the Hillsboro Hawks by a score of 11-8. The Colts' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Parker Russell made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed five innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits. Russell was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 3-for-5. He also put up a double, which was his first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Phoenix Hula, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of his six plate appearances. Those runs were his first of the season. Another player making a difference was Colin Applebaum, who scored two runs while getting on base in three of his six plate appearances.
Parkway Central always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .583. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Parkway Central's win bumped their record up to 2-5. As for Hillsboro, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-5 record this season.
Parkway Central will welcome Webster Groves at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Someone's luck will take a turn for the better: the Colts have lost eight straight at home (dating back to last season), while the Statesmen have lost three on the road. As for Hillsboro, they will challenge DeSoto at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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