Livingston Central had lost six straight at home, but on Tuesday they dropped their record down to 4-14 to make it seven. They came up short against the Hopkins County Central Storm, falling 18-4. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Storm this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 8-7 back in March.
Drew Hosick made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI. That triple marked the first that he has hit this season. Another player making a difference was Jackson Duncan, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
As for Hopkins County Central, their victory ended a ten-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-12. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Hopkins County Central's side, Brody Smith was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits. Those seven strikeouts gave Smith a new career-high. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Neilan Bruce was a standout: he went 3-for-4 with three runs, four RBI, and one stolen base. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March. Gaige Brasher was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Livingston Central will welcome Calloway County at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Hopkins County Central, they will challenge Heritage Christian Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Storm are facing the Warriors at the right time seeing as the Warriors are stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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