Houghton Lake extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 7-11 in the process. They lost 32-1 to the Beal City Aggies. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Bobcats of the 15-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2024.
As for Beal City, the win was the ninth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 22-3. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Beal City's part, Macy Johnston made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits (and not a single walk). Johnston has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 13 consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two doubles and one run.
In other batting news, Emily Taylor was incredible, firing off three home runs, seven RBI, and four runs while going 3-for-3. She has been hot recently, having posted three or more RBI the last three times she's played. Dakota Dodak also deserves some recognition as she launched her first home run of the season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Houghton Lake will host Whittemore-Prescott at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Beal City, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against McBain at 4:15 p.m.
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