Michigan Lutheran came into Saturday's game having lost five straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They won by a run and slipped past the Illinois Lutheran Chargers 11-10. Michigan Lutheran's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Illinois Lutheran's part, Emma Nagle was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Azaylia Sanchez, who went 2-for-5 with two RBI and a double.
Michigan Lutheran made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-4. As for Illinois Lutheran, their defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 7-7.
Michigan Lutheran will head out on the road to challenge Berrien Springs at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Illinois Lutheran, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Heritage Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. One thing working in Illinois Lutheran's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last three matchups.
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