Goshen Central was handed a heart-breaking two-run defeat in their last game, but they sure didn't let that happen against Washingtonville on Thursday. The Gladiators put the hurt on the Wizards with a sharp 13-3 victory. This was a revenge game for the Gladiators: when they faced off against the Wizards two weeks ago, they had to take a 12-4 loss.
Stephen Kovacs
| 04/30/25 @ Monticello | 3 |
| 04/14/25 @ Beacon | 3 |
| 05/08/25 @ Washingtonville | 2 |
| 04/23/25 vs Washingtonville | 2 |
| 04/17/25 @ Port Jervis | 2 |
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Stephen Kovacs was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over six innings while giving up three earned runs off five hits. Kovacs was also stellar in the batter's box, firing off two home runs and six RBI while going 2-for-3. He also scored two runs, which is notable because Goshen Central is 5-1 when he posts at least two runs, but 2-3-1 otherwise.
In other batting news, Noel Irizarry was incredible, going 1-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April of 2024. Marc Smith was another key player, getting on base in both of his plate appearances with two runs and one RBI.
Goshen Central lost a few balls and finished the game with three home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.
Goshen Central's record now sits at 7-4-1. As for Washingtonville, they dropped their record down to 6-6 with the defeat, which was their fourth straight at home.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Goshen Central will challenge rival Warwick at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Washingtonville is set to take on their familiar foe Cornwall Central at 4:15 p.m. on Monday.
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