Franklin Central had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They walked away with a 9-4 victory over the Indianapolis Lutheran Saints on Friday. That's more bragging rights for Franklin Central, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Mallory Stinson looked comfortable as she tossed three innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Franklin Central got a massive performance out of Ashyr Lawson, who went 2-for-2 with a home run and two runs. Jadyn Tinsley was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.
On Indianapolis Lutheran's side, Zoe Sondag made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with a home run and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Kayla Burns, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Franklin Central's win ended a five-game drought at home and bumped them up to 10-9. As for Indianapolis Lutheran, their loss ended a five-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 9-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Franklin Central will take on Lawrence North at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Franklin Central is looking to tack on another W to their three-game streak on the road. As for Indianapolis Lutheran, they will square off against Frankton at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Indianapolis Lutheran is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.7 runs per game this season.
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