Luther extended their losing streak to six on Thursday, dropping them down to 2-6. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 7-6 heartbreaker at the hands of the Del City Eagles. The Lions were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March of 2025.
Bray Mussyal put in work no matter where he played. He struck out 12 batters over 6.2 innings while giving up just two earned (and five unearned) runs off eight hits (and only one walk). Mussyal was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with one run and one double.
In other batting news, Lane Reece made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run. Those hits marked the first that he has got this season. Another player making a difference was Bo Browning, who went 1-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
As for Del City, their victory bumped their record up to 6-12. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since March 16th.
On Del City's side, Jakobi Wormsley and Joshua Hardeman did most of the damage at the plate: Wormsley went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one double, while Hardeman went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs. Those three runs gave Wormsley a new career-high. Braxton Alexander was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two doubles, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Looking ahead, Luther will head out to square off against Oilton at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Del City, they will take on Destiny Christian at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Eagles' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Wildcats /Ladycats have averaged an impressive 7.6 runs per game this season.
