Clio came out on top against Swartz Creek on Monday thanks in part to the team's impressive seven-run second inning. The Mustangs blew past the Dragons 10-2. The Mustangs haven't had any issues with the Dragons recently, as the game was their third consecutive victory against them.
Veronica Tate
| 05/19/25 @ Swartz Creek | 10 |
| 04/17/25 @ Goodrich | 7 |
| 05/12/25 @ Brandon | 6 |
| 04/24/25 vs Lake Fenton | 5 |
| 04/12/25 vs Clinton | 5 |
Veronica Tate was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out ten batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off six hits. Those ten strikeouts gave her a new career-high. She was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two RBI and one run.
In other batting news, Addie Taylor was excellent, going 1-for-3 with two runs and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Kelcy Sperling, who went 2-for-4 with two runs and one double.
Clio was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .406. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Swartz Creek only posted a batting average of .143.
Clio pushed their record up to 13-7 with the win, which was their sixth straight on the road. The road victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.7 runs over those games. As for Swartz Creek, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last seven contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-15 record this season.
Clio will venture away from home to face off against Davison at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Swartz Creek, they will face off against Heritage at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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