Centennial was handed a heart-breaking two-run loss in their last contest, but they sure didn't let that happen against Peoria on Monday. The Chargers blew past the Lions 21-1. That 20 run margin sets a new team best for the Chargers this season.
Nick Kroencke made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out eight batters over 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Kroencke was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Madden Schurvinske
| 04/07/25 @ Peoria | 3 |
| 03/25/25 @ St. Thomas More | 2 |
| 03/24/25 @ Paxton-Buckley-Loda | 2 |
| 03/22/25 vs Collinsville | 2 |
| 04/03/25 @ Normal West | 1 |
| + 2 more games |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Madden Schurvinske, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, three doubles, and four RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Centennial's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is 3-1 (and 1-4 when he doesn't). Ty Hunt was another key player, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with three runs, one triple, and two RBI.
Centennial hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Peoria struck out nine times.
Centennial's victory bumped their record up to 4-5. As for Peoria, their defeat was their 15th straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-7.
Centennial will have a chance to go back-to-back against the Lions: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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