Marion Local was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They took a 6-3 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Anna Rockets. The Flyers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Rockets apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2025.
Andrew Schmackers
| 04/24/26 vs Jackson Center | 5 |
| 04/23/26 @ New Bremen | 3 |
| 05/01/26 @ Anna | 2 |
| 04/28/26 vs St. Henry | 1 |
| 04/17/26 @ Botkins | 1 |
| + 1 more games |
Andrew Schmackers made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and got on base in two of his three plate appearances with two stolen bases and one run. He has become a key player for Marion Local: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 6-8 otherwise.
Marion Local now has a losing record of 8-9. As for Anna, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won seven of their last eight contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-3-1 record this season.
Marion Local will head out on the road to face off against Miller City at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Wildcats' pitching crew has only allowed 2.6 runs per game this season, so the Flyers' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Anna, they will be playing at home against Botkins at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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