The Caldwell Redskins will head out to take on the Monroe Central Seminoles at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Caldwell is coming into the game hot, having won their last eight games.
While Caldwell's win against Frontier wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Redskins skirted past the Cougars 6-5.

Makayla Mumaw
| 05/11/26 vs Frontier | 8 |
| 05/07/26 vs Shadyside | 5 |
| 05/04/26 vs Union Local | 12 |
| 05/02/26 vs River | 15 |
| 04/27/26 vs Shadyside | 9 |
| + 4 more games |
Makayla Mumaw made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over seven innings while giving up five earned runs off six hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in nine consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with two runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Breighlee Moracco, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. Sophia Marshall was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Caldwell was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .407. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .344 or higher in four consecutive matchups.
Meanwhile, Monroe Central fell victim to Oak Glen and their airtight pitching crew on Saturday. They lost 7-0 to the Golden Bears. The Seminoles have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Caldwell's record is now 19-3. As for Monroe Central, their defeat dropped their record down to 18-7.
Thursday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Caldwell hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .363. However, it's not like Monroe Central struggles in that department as they've averaged .350. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Caldwell suffered a grim 9-1 defeat to Monroe Central in their previous matchup back in April. Can the Redskins avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.