Jefferson was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They came up short against the Central Tigers, falling 13-3. The Blue Jays were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tigers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2023.
Chloe Burger made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
Jefferson's defeat dropped their record down to 7-9. As for Central, the win snapped their losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 4-14 record.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jefferson will take on Festus on Saturday. Festus is coming into the game with three straight victories on the road, so Jefferson will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. As for Central, they will challenge Twin Rivers at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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