Harper Creek was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 9-5 to the Howell Highlanders, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior.
For Howell's part, Brooke Keller was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing seven innings while giving up four earned (and one unearned) runs off eight hits. Keller was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with an RBI.
In other batting news, Leighton Scott was incredible, going 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI. Ava Bunting was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-5.
Harper Creek's loss dropped their record down to 4-3. As for Howell, their victory bumped their record up to 6-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Harper Creek will take on Northwest at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Howell, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Northville at 4:00 p.m.
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