Powers Catholic extended their losing streak to three on Saturday, dropping their season record down to 2-9 in the process. They lost 16-3 to the Swartz Creek Dragons. The Chargers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Dragons apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
As for Swartz Creek, their victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 6-9. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.3 runs on average over those games.
For Swartz Creek's part, Selah Fader made a splash while hitting and pitching. She pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Fader has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two RBI and one run. Those two RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Swartz Creek got a massive performance out of Avery Ludwig, who went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. Those two stolen bases gave Ludwig a new career-high. Abbie Schultz was another key player, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and one double.
Looking ahead, Powers Catholic will be playing at home against Durand at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Railroaders have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.09 runs per game on average), something the Chargers will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Swartz Creek, they will host Lake Fenton at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Dragons' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Blue Devils have averaged an impressive 9.3 runs per game this season.
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