There's no place like home for Tri-Central, who bounced back after a tough loss on the road last Wednesday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Maconaquah Braves on Thursday and snuck past 9-7. For Tri-Central, this counts as revenge for the 10-9 defeat Maconaquah walked away with the last time they faced one another back in April of 2023.
Trenton Patz was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3. Nate Cherry was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
On Maconaquah's side, Caiden Richards was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he struck out seven batters over six innings while giving up four earned (and five unearned) runs off seven hits.
At the plate, Kaleb Shelton and Bennett Isenburg did some serious damage despite the final result: Shelton went 2-for-4 with a home run, two stolen bases, and four RBI, while Isenburg scored two runs and stole four bases while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. Shelton is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Jacob Isley, who got on base in three of his five plate appearances with a stolen base and a double.
Tri-Central made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-2. As for Maconaquah, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Tri-Central will take on Daleville at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Maconaquah, they will head out on the road to challenge Blackford at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Blackford will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Maconaquah surely won't give up without a fight.
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