Holton took a ten-run defeat the last time they faced off against Mason County Central, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Red Devils had just enough and edged out the Spartans 3-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Red Devils have posted against the Spartans since April 16, 2016.
Fisher Mirkle
| 05/16/26 vs St. Mary Cathedral | 2 |
| 05/12/26 vs Ravenna | 2 |
| 04/21/26 @ North Muskegon | 2 |
| 05/19/26 vs Mason County Central | 1 |
| 04/28/26 @ Shelby | 1 |
Fisher Mirkle made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out 11 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off one hit (and only one walk). He also tossed a walk, which is notable because Holton is 3-1 when he allows at most one walk, but 6-11-1 otherwise. Mirkle was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs and one double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Riley Rull, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with two RBI and one double. Another player making a difference was Luke Urso, who went 3-for-4 with one RBI.
Holton's record is now 9-12-1. As for Mason County Central, they moved to 10-12 with that loss, which also ended their three-game winning streak.
Holton will have a chance to go back-to-back against the Spartans: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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