Superior extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 7-12 in the process. They took a 13-10 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Hermantown Hawks. The Spartans were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Hawks apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
As for Hermantown, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 6-7-1 record this season. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Hermantown's part, Zach Bostrum made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Bostrum also tossed no walks, which is notable because Hermantown is 2-1 when he allows at most two walks, but 4-6-1 otherwise. Bostrum was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. Those two runs gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Charlie Marchand was incredible, going 4-for-5 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one triple. Those three runs gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Ethan McCubbin, who went 2-for-5 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI.
Coming up, Superior will be playing at home against New Richmond at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Hermantown, they are taking a road trip to square off against North Branch at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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