Monroe Central can finally bid farewell to their 20-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Thursday. Everything went their way against the Muncie Central Bearcats as the Monroe Central Golden Bears made off with a 17-1 victory. Monroe Central's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Aubrey Johnson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Johnson was also solid in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Monroe Central let Whitley Martin and Makaylah Brainerd loose on the outfield. Martin went 3-for-3 with five RBI, three runs, and two doubles, while Brainerd scored two runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Jayme Brannan, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4.
Monroe Central made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-16. As for Muncie Central, they dropped their record down to 0-12 with that loss, which was their 11th straight on the road dating back to last season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Monroe Central will take on Alexandria-Monroe at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Muncie Central, they will head out on the road to face off against Marion at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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