Allendale extended their losing streak to seven on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 3-12 in the process. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 7-6 to the Coopersville Broncos, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Broncos this season, with their most recent loss being a 7-6 defeat on Monday.
As for Coopersville, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 13-1-1. That's two games straight that they have won by just one run.
For Coopersville's part, Ethan Umlor was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed 6.2 innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Umlor has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Drew Duthler, who went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one double. That's the most hits he has posted over his last 11 matches. Beau Harris also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Coincidentally, Allendale and Coopersville will both be playing Lowell the next time they take the field. The Broncos will host the Red Arrows at 4:15 p.m. on Friday, while the Falcons will host them at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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