Centerville came tearing into Monday's matchup 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 came out on top against the Oldenburg Academy Twisters by a score of 8-5. That's more bragging rights for Centerville, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Chase Clark made a splash while hitting and pitching. He struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and four unearned) runs off nine hits (and not a single walk). Clark was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Landen Schlotterbeck, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI and a double. Grady Blake was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
Centerville's victory bumped their record up to 8-5. As for Oldenburg Academy, they now have a losing record at 6-7.
Centerville will head out on the road to challenge Hagerstown at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Centerville is looking to tack on another W to their three-game streak on the road. As for Oldenburg Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against South Decatur at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. South Decatur will roll in looking for their 12th straight win, something Oldenburg Academy surely won't give up without a fight.
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