Salina, KS — Goddard Lions Varsity snagged a late lead and defeated Central 3-1 on Friday. The game was tied at one with Goddard Lions Varsity batting in the bottom of the fifth when Jaden Wiley tripled on a 1-0 count, scoring one run. The pitching was strong on both sides. Jake Shope struck out nine, while Central pitchers sat down three. Shope was the winning pitcher for Goddard Lions Varsity. The pitcher allowed one hit and one run over seven innings, striking out nine. Hogan took the loss for Central. Hogan allowed two hits and two runs over two innings, striking out one. Kavanagh started the game for Central. The bulldog lasted four innings, allowing four hits and one run while striking out two Wiley went 2-for-2 at the plate to lead Goddard Lions Varsity in hits. Kavanagh led Central with one hit in three at bats. Central was sure-handed in the field and didn't commit a single error. Kickhaeter had the most chances in the field with 12.