Central was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They fell just short of the Central Arkansas Christian Mustangs by a score of 4-3. Central was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Central Arkansas Christian apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March of 2023.
For Central Arkansas Christian's part, Jaden Rice made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Rice was also big at the plate, going 3-for-3 with two stolen bases and an RBI. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played.
Rice wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Webb Watson, who scored a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Harrison Richmond was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with a triple and an RBI.
Central's defeat dropped their record down to 10-8. As for Central Arkansas Christian, they pushed their record up to 5-4 with that victory, which was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Central will take on Conway at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Conway's pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so Central's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Central Arkansas Christian, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Atkins at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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