It was a good run, but Maize South unfortunately witnessed the end of their four-game winning streak on Saturday. Their rough 14-5 loss to the Maize Eagles might stick with them for a while. Maize South was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Maize apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played on Friday.
For Maize's part, they got a great performance from Cooper Tannahill as he struck out six batters over 5.2 innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off nine hits (and not a single walk).
On the hitting side, Drake Blasi was a standout: he got on base in all five of his plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. Gavin Short was another key contributor, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs.
Maize South's loss dropped their record down to 4-2. As for Maize, they pushed their record up to 8-2 with that win, which was their third straight at home.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Maize South will challenge Hutchinson on Tuesday. Maize South is facing Hutchinson at the right time seeing as Hutchinson is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Maize, they will head out on the road to square off against Kapaun Mt. Carmel at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The last four games Kapaun Mt. Carmel has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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