Bryan extended their losing streak to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 3-13. They lost 17-0 to the Millard North Mustangs. The Bears were not able to make up for their defeat to the Mustangs from their previous meeting back in October of 2022.
As for Millard North, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 12 of their last 13 matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-3 record this season. The result was nothing new for Millard North, who have now won 12 games by seven runs or more so far this season.
For Millard North's part, Alex Ballard was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Ballard has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 1-for-1 with one run and one RBI.
In other batting news, Millard North got a massive performance out of Mallory Closman, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one home run, two stolen bases, and three RBI. Closman has been hot recently, having posted at least one home run the last three times she's played. Another player making a difference was Macey Jarose, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with three stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Bryan will challenge rival Omaha South at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Millard North is set to square off against their familiar foe Papillion-LaVista South at 10:00 a.m. on Friday.
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