After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Otsego, Sturgis was happy to have turned things around on Thursday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 2-0 victory over the Maple Valley Lions. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Trojans have posted since April 23, 2024.
The result came thanks to Julien Lambright's shutout, as he gave up just four hits and racked up seven Ks.
Sturgis' first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-10. As for Maple Valley, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-5.
Looking ahead, Sturgis will welcome Plainwell at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Maple Valley, they will venture away from home to challenge Reading at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. The Rangers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed ten runs per game on average), something the Lions will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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