Byron extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 10-7 in the process. They came up short against the Lourdes Eagles, falling 21-8. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Bears have suffered against the Eagles since May 10, 2021.
As for Lourdes, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 11-7. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Lourdes' part, Brayden Kottschade was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He tossed 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. What's more, Kottschade posted five strikeouts, the most he's had over his last four matchups. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with two runs, two doubles, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Lourdes got a massive performance out of Jack McCabe, who got on base in five of his six plate appearances with four runs, five RBI, and one double. The dominant performance also gave McCabe a new career-high in hits (three). Connor Smith also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Coming up, Byron will square off against Northfield at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Raiders' pitching crew has only allowed 2.6 runs per game this season, so the Bears' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Lourdes, they will face off against Chatfield at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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