Lakeview came out on top against Norrix on Thursday thanks in part to the team's impressive six-run seventh inning. The Spartans took their match against the Knights 9-6. The Spartans haven't had any issues with the Knights recently, as the game was their eighth consecutive win against them.
Gavin Deal made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over 5.1 innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off seven hits. Deal was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base and one run.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sam McCullough, who went 2-for-4 with one stolen base and one RBI. Ian Russell was another key player, getting on base in two of his four plate appearances with two runs.
Lakeview hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Norrix struck out seven times.
Spartans
| 04/17/25 @ Norrix | 9-6 |
| 04/16/25 @ Portage Northern | 12-5 |
| 04/16/25 @ Portage Northern | 12-5 |
Lakeview's victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 3-2. Those road wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.0 runs over those games. As for Norrix, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-3 record this season.
Lakeview will have a chance to go back-to-back against Norrix: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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