For the second straight game, DeSoto Central will face off against Clinton. The Jaguars will square off against the Arrows at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. DeSoto Central is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.5 runs per game this season.
DeSoto Central heads in on the heels of a playoff match on Wednesday. They fell just short of Clinton by a score of 4-3.
For Clinton's part, Annalise Whitworth spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on two hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Keelyn Constancio, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double. Madison Nelson was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three RBI and one run.
The victory was the eighth in a row for Clinton, bringing their record up to 18-11. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.8 runs over those games. As for DeSoto Central, their loss dropped their record down to 23-4.
Thursday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. DeSoto Central hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .379. However, it's not like Clinton struggles in that department as they've averaged .334. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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