Floyd Central hadn't done well against Pikeville recently (they were 0-4 in their previous four matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Monday. Floyd Central put the hurt on Pikeville with a sharp 14-3 win. That 11 run margin sets a new team best for the Jaguars this season.
Whitley Hall made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching five innings while giving up three earned runs off six hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with four RBI.
In other batting news, Maddie Engle was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Aubree Shelton, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Floyd Central always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .528. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Jaguars
| 03/24/25 vs Pikeville | 14-3 |
| 03/21/25 vs Breathitt County | 7-6 |
| 03/20/25 @ Pike County Central | 9-7 |
| 03/18/25 @ Paintsville | 10-0 |
The victory was the fourth in a row for Floyd Central, bringing their record up to 4-1. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 4.0 runs on average over those games. As for Pikeville, they now have a losing record of 3-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Floyd Central will square off against Knott County Central at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Pikeville, they will take on Johnson Central at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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