Baseball Recap: Ellsworth Puts Losing Streak Behind Them

Ellsworth hadn't done well against Buckley recently (they were 0-3 in their previous three matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Lancers never let the Bears get on the board and left with a 1-0 victory. The win was some much needed relief for the Lancers as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.

Skyler Seeney made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over five innings pitched. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Ellsworth is 3-1 when he allows at most one earned run, but 1-8 otherwise. Seeney was also big at the plate, getting on base in two of his three plate appearances with two stolen bases.

Seeney wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Karson Clarke, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one run. Roman Windish also deserves some recognition as he got his first hit of the season.

Ellsworth's victory bumped their record up to 4-9. As for Buckley, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-10 record this season.

Ellsworth will square off against Traverse City Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Lancers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Sabres have averaged an impressive 6.6 runs per game this season. As for Buckley, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against St. Mary at 4:15 p.m.