Tecumseh had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top against the McLoud Redskins by a score of 8-3 on Friday. This was payback for Tecumseh, who suffered a 7-3 loss the last time these two teams met.
Wyatt Dodgion spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned (and one unearned) runs on seven hits.
At the plate, Caleb Sparks was excellent, scoring two runs while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Braxton Meier, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
On McLoud's side, Castin Schafer was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Casey King, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
Tecumseh's victory bumped their record up to 5-13. As for McLoud, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-6.
Tecumseh will look to defend their home field on Monday against North Rock Creek at 5:00 p.m. North Rock Creek's pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so Tecumseh's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for McLoud, they will head out on the road to square off against Bethany at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Bethany will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something McLoud surely won't give up without a fight.
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