If Midland was feeling good off their 10-0 takedown of Central last Wednesday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Midland Chemics fell 7-2 to the Grand Blanc Bobcats in Monday's first game. Midland has struggled against Grand Blanc recently, as their matchup in Monday's first game was their seventh consecutive lost matchup.
For Grand Blanc's part, Savannah Schultz was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 13 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits. Schultz has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings every time she's pitched this season. Schultz was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with a home run and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ella Stevenson, who went 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Megan Garvey, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Midland's loss ended a five-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 2-2. As for Grand Blanc, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Midland beat Grand Blanc by a score of 4-2 later that day.
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