East Central won the last time they faced Franklin County, and things went their way on Thursday too. The East Central Trojans had just enough and edged the Franklin County Wildcats out 5-4. The win made it back-to-back victories for East Central.
Joel Richter was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up no earned run off three hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Richter was also big at the plate, scoring a run while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
In other pitching news, Ryan Ott looked comfortable as he struck out eight batters over four innings while giving up three earned runs off seven hits.
Back at the plate, Brayden Rouse was incredible, going 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI. Moses Wheat was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
On Franklin County's side, Kaden Welch made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with a triple, a run, and an RBI. Another player making a difference was Ben Becker, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
Even though they lost, Franklin County kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
East Central now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Franklin County, their defeat ended a four-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 2-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. East Central will challenge Jennings County at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Franklin County, they will head out on the road to face off against Connersville at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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