Bulldogs
| 05/08/25 vs Reeths-Puffer | 6-1 |
| 05/06/25 @ Reeths-Puffer | 12-0 |
| 05/03/25 vs Big Rapids | 9-3 |
| 05/03/25 vs Big Rapids | 6-2 |
| 05/02/25 @ Grandville | 4-3 |
Byron Center came tearing into Thursday's contest with four straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 5.8 runs), and they left with even more momentum. They came out on top against the Reeths-Puffer Rockets by a score of 6-1. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 12-0 on Tuesday.
Cameron Payne looked comfortable as he pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run any time he's pitched this season.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Keaton Van Kampen, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and one double. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Alex Wauben, who earned one RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
Byron Center hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least three batters in five consecutive matches.
Byron Center pushed their record up to 13-3 with the victory, which was their fifth straight at home. The home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 7.6 runs over those games. As for Reeths-Puffer, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-6.
Looking ahead, Byron Center will venture away from home to challenge Saline at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Reeths-Puffer, they will host Jenison at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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