Softball Recap: Howell Highlanders vs. Brighton Bulldogs
Howell won against Brighton on Wednesday with 14 runs and they decided to stick to that run total again on Wednesday. The Howell Highlanders sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 14-12 victory over the Brighton Bulldogs. Winning may never get old, but Howell sure is getting used to it with their fifth in a row.
Ava Bunting was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing three bases while going 4-for-5. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played. Jada Challiss was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Howell pushed their record up to 13-13-1 with that win, which was their third straight on the road. As for Brighton, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last seven contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-12 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Howell will take on Traverse City Central at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The last four games Howell has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Brighton, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Northwest at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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