After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Poplar Bluff, Central was happy to have turned things around on Monday. They put the hurt on the Notre Dame Bulldogs with a sharp 9-2 victory. That's more bragging rights for Central, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Jathan Spain made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over 5.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits. Spain was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jackson John Witvoet, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI, a triple, and a run. Ayden McGuire was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Central's win bumped their record up to 5-16. As for Notre Dame, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-7 record this season.
Central will be playing at home against New Madrid County Central at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Central is facing New Madrid County Central at the right time seeing as New Madrid County Central is stuck on an eight-game losing streak. As for Notre Dame, they will head out on the road to face off against Kennett at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Kennett and Notre Dame are at an even 5-5 over their past ten head-to-heads.
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