Brownsburg is on a three-game streak of home wins, while Franklin Central is on a four-game streak of away wins: one of those streaks is about to end. The Brownsburg Bulldogs will take on the Franklin Central Flashes at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: both teams posted some lofty run totals in their previous games.
On Thursday, Brownsburg made easy work of Lawrence North and carried off a 15-4 victory.
Hailey Thompson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out six batters over 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Thompson was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
In other pitching news, Avery Toole looked comfortable as she struck out eight batters over 3.2 innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Bailey Paddock, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Lexi Gordon was another key contributor, going 1-for-4 with three RBI, a triple, and a run.
Meanwhile, Franklin Central sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with an 11-10 win over Fishers on Thursday.
Miley Smith looked comfortable as she tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off four hits.
On the hitting side, Sarah Miller was incredible, going 3-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Ashyr Lawson, who went 1-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
Brownsburg's victory bumped their record up to 14-7. As for Franklin Central, their win bumped their record up to 14-10.
Friday's game will be a test for both team's pitchers. Brownsburg hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .358. However, it's not like Franklin Central struggles in that department as they've averaged .313. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Brownsburg took their victory against Franklin Central when the teams last played back in May of 2023 by a conclusive 16-1. Does Brownsburg have another victory up their sleeve, or will Franklin Central turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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