Mott extended their losing streak to 15 on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 1-15 in the process. They came up short against the South Lyon Lions, falling 22-0. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Lions this season, with their most recent defeat being a 10-0 loss on Tuesday.
As for South Lyon, the victory was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 9-5. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For South Lyon's part, Kade Ward made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Ward has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 1-for-1 with one triple, one run, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Gavin Crowley was incredible, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. Those three runs gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Jack Williams, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Mott will face off against rival Kettering at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, South Lyon is set to challenge their familiar foe South Lyon East at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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