It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Loyd Star had no problem doing just that on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 16-1 margin over the Bay Springs Bulldogs. The result was nothing new for Loyd Star, who have now won 12 matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
Riley Case looked comfortable as he struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned run off one hit.
At the plate, Brandon Burt was incredible, going 3-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Jaden Lea, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
The win (which was Loyd Star's fourth in a row) raised their record to 21-6. As for Bay Springs, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost ten of their last 12 contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-12-1 record this season.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Loyd Star beat Bay Springs by a score of 28-3.
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