By MATT KOESTERS
matt.koesters@newsandtribune.com
CLARKSVILLE —
Providence (8-8) overcame a 4-2 deficit with a four-run home fourth to get a much-needed victory over Madison at home on Wednesday, 6-4.
“It really does feel good to get the win. It’s been awhile since we had our last one,” Providence coach Scott Hornung said. “We’ve been in so many games recently, but we haven’t made plays to finish it. Tonight, I’m happy to say we made some great defensive plays in the last couple of innings, and we had a pitcher step up and make some nice pitches for us.”
The key hit came off the bat of Ben Shahroudi. With the bases loaded and Providence trailing 4-3, Shahroudi poked a single to plate two runs and give the Pioneers their first lead of the game. Later in the inning, Jacob Quinkert hit a two-out single to plate an insurance run.
Also for Providence, Andrew Hunt was 2-for-3, as was Dorian Noel. George Knott also slugged two hits in the game.
“Our hitting has been starting to come around a bit,” Hornung said. “We haven’t been winning some games, but we’ve been producing some runs, which was a problem for us earlier (in the season).”
Jon Davis improved to 4-1 in the victory, helping the Pioneers overcome five errors in the field.
Providence travels to Mount Tabor Field to take on New Albany tonight.
• Charlestown wins laugher: Charlestown might as well have been hitting off of a tee in a 31-0 win over Rock Creek Community Academy at Charlestown Little League Park on Wednesday.
Drew Reich threw the Pirates’ second no-hitter of the season, falling just short of a perfect game with one walk issued.
Reich pitched all five innings and struck out 10 Lions.
Charlestown (12-5) visits Mid-Southern Conference rival Austin today.
SOFTBALL
• Jeff goose-eggs Salem: Jeffersonville’s trio of pitchers held Salem to just two hits in a 3-0 win at home on Wednesday.
“Our pitchers did a really great job,” Jeff coach Jodi Thomas said. “They have been doing it for us the whole year, keeping us in every ballgame. They’re just doing a great job, and they work hard every day. Our record shows it.”
Kayleigh Thomas got the win for the Red Devils (13-4), improving her win-loss tally to 5-2 on the season.
Jeffersonville scattered 10 hits in the winning performance.
“We left a lot of runners on today, but we’re still hitting it, we just need to start hitting it timely,” Bradley said.
Courtney Shepherd brought the clutch bat for Jeff, going 3-for-4 with two RBI.
“Courtney has been batting really well for us,” Bradley said. “She’s probably above .400 on the season. She’s been getting it done when it needs to get done.”
Also for the Red Devis, Maddie Powell went 2-for-4, while Emma Coons and Tiffany Sheets each went 2-for-3 with one run scored apiece.
Jeffersonville travels to Madison today.
BOYS’ GOLF
• Charlestown falls to Scottsburg: Charlestown lost a dual meet at Hidden Creek to Scottsburg on Wednesday, 161-175.
“That ties our team high at Hidden Creek, so we’re staying a little bit more consistent,” Charlestown coach Adam Tolliver said. “Now we’re trying to shave a few more strokes each time we go out.”
Scottsburg’s Tyler Alexander posted the day’s best score with a 38.
For Charlestown, Doug Wolfe led the way with a 42 and Tyler Jackson shot a 43, while Clayton Terry, Luke Watson and Jordan Scott each carded 45s.
Charlestown’s next meet is a triangular meet with North Harrison and Jeffersonville at Jeff Elks.
• Highlanders claim tri-meet: On Tuesday, third-ranked Floyd Central shot a team score of 145 to win a triangular meet against host Heritage Hills and Corydon at Christmas Lake Golf Course in Santa Claus.
The Highlanders’ Devin Jenkins and Daniel Shepard shared medalist honors with a 34. Also for Floyd Central, Austin Peckham fired a 38, Jack Sparrow carded a 39 and Jay Holderman and Alex Beyer each shot a 40.
The Highlanders will split up and compete in two tournaments on Saturday. They will play in the Northfield Invitational in Wabash and the Jasper Invitational.
GIRLS’ TENNIS
• Henryville downs Shawe: Henryville improved to 6-4 in dual matches with a 4-1 home victory over Madison Shawe on Wednesday.
“I am proud of our effort tonight,” Henryville coach Brian Consley said. “Casey (Guernsey) had her most complete match of the year.”
Guernsey was dominant in a 6-0, 6-1 victory over Liz Grote at the No. 1 singles position.
“She controlled the match from start to finish,” Consley said.
Katie Cleveland and Jordan Jeffers got wins to give Henryville a singles sweep. Cleveland won a marathon match against Taylor Grote, 4-6, 7-5, 10-8, while Jeffers handled Bailey Davis, 6-3, 6-2.
Henryville’s fourth point came at one doubles, where Lauren Sinn and Shelby Sinn combined to get a three-set victory over Chloe Storm and Taylor Davis, 6-3, 0-6, 6-1.
Henryville hosts Lanesville today.
• Charlestown sweeps Madison: Charlestown took down Madison in a dual meet on Wednesday, 5-0.
“This was a good match for the girls at all positions,”Charlestown coach Chris Ryan said. “The girls handled the heat well during the match after a subpar pre-match practice.
Sabine Higazy was too much for Molly McGarry, winning 6-0, 6-0. Sarah Embry was nearly flawless in a 6-1, 6-0 win over Khushboo Lad, while Sarah Trotter downed Kelli Hostettler, 6-1, 6-1.
“Sabine and Sarah Embry really set the tone for the match. When the team can look down the courts and see the top two controlling their matches, the confidence in winning spreads down the lineup,” Ryan said.
Emily Shaw and Erica Broady teamed to take down Mackenzie Grooms and Isabelle Smith, 7-6 (7-2), 6-3, while Hayley Trinkle and Bailey Masingo turned back Amanda LeGrand and Alex Acosta, 6-2, 6-0.
“Emily and Erica also played well, making the right adjustments on their own,” Ryan said.
Charlestown hosts Borden on Monday.
• Clarksville defeats Corydon: Clarksville got its second win of the season in a 3-2 victory over Corydon Central on Wednesday.
“I feel like we are way better than our record,” Clarksville coach Steve Welcher said. “We continue to improve.”
Clarksville got it done with wins in the singles positions. Chloe Stephens controlled the match in a 6-2, 6-0 win over Rocio Hernando. Jackie Slaten downed Kayla Uhl, 6-3, 6-0, while Sharon Garcia defeated Ashleigh Showalter, 6-4, 6-0.
Clarksville lost both doubles matches.
Clarksville travels to New Washington today.
