Muncie Central was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their 14th straight defeat. Their rough 25-1 loss to the New Castle Trojans might stick with them for a while.
For New Castle's part, Sydney Dobbs was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Dobbs was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, four RBI, and two doubles.
In other pitching news, McKenna Speer looked comfortable as she tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks).
Back at the plate, Kattie Mathews was incredible, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with a home run, four stolen bases, and five runs. Mathews is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's stolen at least two every time she's taken the field this season. Kenzie Clark was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
Muncie Central's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for New Castle, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Muncie Central will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Indianapolis Arsenal Technical at 5:00 p.m. As for New Castle, they will play host again on Tuesday to welcome Shelbyville, where first pitch is scheduled at 5:30 p.m.
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