For the second straight game, Scott Central will face off against Lake. The Rebels will look to defend their home field on Friday against the Hornets at 7:00 p.m. Scott Central has given up an average of 10.8 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Scott Central came up short against Lake on Tuesday, falling 17-1. The Rebels have struggled against the Hornets recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive lost meeting.
For Lake's part, Kasen Tune made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. Tune has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in eight consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with three RBI. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Trey Gray, who scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Hank Geter, who scored two runs while going 2-for-2.
Lake always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .615. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Scott Central only posted an OBP of .462.
Scott Central's loss dropped their record down to 3-16. As for Lake, their win bumped their record up to 18-4.
Friday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Scott Central has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .485. However, it's not like Lake struggles in that department as they've averaged .516. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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