After a string of nine wins, Marion's good fortune finally ran out on Friday. They fell just short of the Inman Inman Teutons by a score of 7-5. Marion was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Inman apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
Cole Smith made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3. Lane Smith was another key contributor, going 1-for-1 with a double and an RBI.
Even though they lost, Marion was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with five doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
Marion's loss ended a six-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 14-4. As for Inman, their win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 4-7.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Marion beat Inman by a score of 20-4 later that day.
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