Central had lost three straight at home, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 2-8 to make it four. They fell 22-17 to the Pope Francis Prep Cardinals. The Golden Eagles were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Cardinals earlier this season, when they won 15-9.
As for Pope Francis Prep, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 4-6 record this season. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Pope Francis Prep's part, they got a massive performance out of Frankie Rondoletto, who got on base in five of her six plate appearances with six stolen bases, four runs, and two RBI. Rondoletto has been hot recently, having posted two or more stolen bases the last three times she's played. Erin Smith was another key player, going 4-for-6 with four stolen bases, two runs, and one triple.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Central will host Minnechaug Regional at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Pope Francis Prep, they will be playing at home against Ludlow at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Lions' pitching crew has only allowed three runs per game this season, so the Cardinals' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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