Cloverdale won the last time they faced North Central, and things went their way on Monday too. The Cloverdale Clovers had just enough and edged the North Central Thunderbirds out 7-6.
Layton Allen made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and four unearned) runs off eight hits (and only one walk). Allen has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one walk in six consecutive pitching appearances. Allen was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-5.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Drake Hoffa, who went 3-for-4 with four RBI and two doubles. Another player making a difference was Ben Campbell, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-4.
Cloverdale's victory bumped their record up to 6-9. As for North Central, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-14.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Cloverdale will take on Brown County at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Cloverdale is out to stop a four-game streak of losses at home. North Central will take on North Daviess at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. North Daviess will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something North Central surely won't give up without a fight.
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