Vero Beach, FL — Gabrielle Espich collected four hits in five at bats, as Vero Beach Varsity Indians defeated Central 16-3 on Tuesday. Espich tripled in the second inning, doubled in the third inning, singled in the fourth inning, and doubled in the seventh inning. Vero Beach Varsity Indians jumped out to the lead in the top of the first inning after Emma Youngblood drew a walk, scoring one run, Trinity Bishop drew a walk, scoring one run, and an error scored two runs. Vero Beach Varsity Indians added to their early lead in the top of the second inning after Espich tripled, Espich scored after tagging up, Julia Clemenzi singled, and Bishop singled, each scoring one run. Espich earned the win for Vero Beach Varsity Indians. They allowed seven hits and three runs over seven innings, striking out eight and walking two. Ava Versaci took the loss for Central. The starting pitcher went seven innings, allowing 16 runs (12 earned) on 17 hits, striking out five and walking three. Vero Beach Varsity Indians collected 17 hits in the game. Bishop seized on their opportunities, leading Vero Beach Varsity Indians with three runs batted in from the number seven spot in the lineup. The first baseman went 2-for-4 on the day. Kylie Williams, Patten, and Clemenzi each collected multiple hits for Vero Beach Varsity Indians. Williams stole two bases. Vero Beach Varsity Indians stole five bases in the game.