Central and Sikeston pushed the score to 14-6 the last time they played Sikeston, but on Tuesday defenses reigned supreme. The Tigers fell just short of the Bulldogs by a score of 1-0. The Tigers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Bulldogs apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2025.
Chapman Ogles
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Chapman Ogles spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered a run (which was unearned) on four hits and racked up 14 Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
Central's defeat dropped their record down to 10-8. As for Sikeston, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 8-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Central will host Notre Dame at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Sikeston, they will square off against Marion at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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