After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Weld Central brought some dynamite into their most recent contest. They put the hurt on the Arvada Bulldogs with a sharp 21-10 win on Tuesday. With that victory, Weld Central brought their scoring average up to 6.7 runs per game.
Lucas Johann and Markus Weems made a splash no matter where they played. Throwing, Johann struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Weems pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also only allowed one walk). At bat, Johann scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances, while Weems scored five runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his six plate appearances.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Easton Hoffman, who scored three runs while going 3-for-4.
On Arvada's side, Cameron Henderson made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with four RBI, a triple, and a run.
Weld Central's win bumped their record up to 3-4. As for Arvada, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
Weld Central will be playing in front of their home fans against Wellington at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Weld Central is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.7 runs per game this season. As for Arvada, they will head out on the road to square off against Arrupe Jesuit at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Arrupe Jesuit is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.8 runs per game this season.
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