Howell won against Brighton on Wednesday with 14 runs and they decided to stick to that run total again on Wednesday. The Howell Highlanders sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 14-12 victory over the Brighton Bulldogs. Winning may never get old, but Howell sure is getting used to it with their fifth in a row.
Ava Bunting was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing three bases while going 4-for-5. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played. Jada Challiss was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Howell pushed their record up to 13-13-1 with that win, which was their third straight on the road. As for Brighton, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last seven contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-12 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Howell will take on Traverse City Central at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The last four games Howell has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Brighton, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Northwest at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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