Benton Central and Clinton Prairie squared off in some playoff action on Monday, but Benton Central had to settle for second. They lost 13-1 to the Clinton Prairie Gophers. Having soared to a lofty ten runs in the game before, Benton Central couldn't push the score so high this time.
For Clinton Prairie's part, Sadie Weliver made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out ten over five innings pitched. Weliver has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in four consecutive pitching appearances. Weliver was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Brenna Riley was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Lily Coleman was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 2-for-3.
Benton Central's loss dropped their record down to 1-17. As for Clinton Prairie, their win bumped their record up to 8-12.
Benton Central does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Clinton Prairie, they will be staying on the road on Tuesday to face off against Carroll at 7:30 p.m. Clinton Prairie is facing Carroll at the right time seeing as Carroll is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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