North Putnam came tearing into Monday's game with three straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 4.3 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They walked away with an 8-3 win over the Fountain Central Mustangs. That's more bragging rights for North Putnam, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Corbin Conner looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits.
On the hitting side, Kaden Helderman was excellent, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played. Another player making a difference was Jaylen Windmiller, who went 3-for-4 with three RBI.
North Putnam's victory bumped their record up to 11-4. As for Fountain Central, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost nine of their last 11 matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-11 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. North Putnam will face off against Indian Creek at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Indian Creek will roll in looking for their 11th straight win, something North Putnam surely won't give up without a fight. As for Fountain Central, they will head out on the road to take on Parke Heritage at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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