Traverse City Christian posted their closest victory since May 10, 2024 on Thursday. They won by a run and slipped past the Buckley Bears 11-10. The Sabres haven't had any issues with the Bears recently, as the game was their seventh consecutive win against them.
Kellen Manthei made a big impact no matter where he played. He tossed 2.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off one hit. Manthei was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs and one RBI.
Isaiah Willis
| 05/08/25 vs Buckley | 3 |
| 04/10/25 vs Suttons Bay | 3 |
| 05/08/25 vs Buckley | 2 |
| 04/28/25 @ Marion | 2 |
| 04/24/25 vs Glen Lake | 1 |
| + 1 more games |
In other batting news, Traverse City Christian got a big performance out of Isaiah Willis, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. Willis is becoming a predictor of the Sabres' success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 1-3 when he doesn't). Another player making a difference was Nixon Diemer, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Traverse City Christian always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .538. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Traverse City Christian's victory bumped their record up to 5-3. As for Buckley, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-9.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Traverse City Christian will venture away from home to take on Harbor Light Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Buckley, they will head out to square off against Ellsworth at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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