Central A & M had lost three straight on the road, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 10-11 to make it four. They fell 10-5 to the Meridian Hawks. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Hawks this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 7-3 on April 1st.
Central A & M saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Gwyn Hardimon, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs.
As for Meridian, their record now sits at 15-3. The high-scoring effort was just what they needed considering they were shut out in their previous contest.
On Meridian's side, Ashley Schelling was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over seven innings while giving up four earned (and one unearned) runs off eight hits. Schelling has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one double and one RBI. Those four hits gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Julia Meisenhelter, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, four runs, and four RBI. Those four runs gave her a new career-high. Hayley Hanson was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three RBI and one triple.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Central A & M will welcome Warrensburg-Latham at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Meridian, they will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Auburn at 4:30 p.m. on May 5.
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