Jonathan Hughes struck out 18 batters and allowed just one hit for Flowery Branch in an 8-0 win against Clarke Central on Friday. Hughes went 1 for 3 with an RBI, and Stephen Skeggs was 2 for 5 with an RBI. Trey Groves finished the game 1 for 3 with an RBI. The Falcons (11-4) play host to Clarke Central on Monday in Flowery Branch. EAST HALL 8, FRANKLIN COUNTY 3: Jonah Crocker’s two-run homer led the Vikings on Friday in Gainesville.