Holmes extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 3-12 in the process. They came up short against the Newport Central Catholic Thoroughbreds, falling 16-4. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Bulldogs of the 13-4 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2022.
As for Newport Central Catholic, their win bumped their record up to 14-8. The result was nothing new for the Thoroughbreds, who have now won eight matches by six runs or more so far this season.
For Newport Central Catholic's part, Jon Meyer was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out six over four innings pitched. Those six strikeouts gave Meyer a new career-high. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with four stolen bases and three runs.
In other batting news, Newport Central Catholic let Henry Brooks and Chris Meyer run wild. Brooks went 2-for-5 with one home run, five RBI, and two runs, while Meyer went 4-for-5 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most runs Meyer has posted over his last five contests. The team also got some help courtesy of Eddie Bivens, who went 2-for-5 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Holmes will square off against Lloyd Memorial at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Newport Central Catholic, they will face off against Bracken County at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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