
Manitowoc American Legion’s 17u squad scored twice in the bottom of the seventh inning to defeat Ahanapee 9 to 8 in a game played Friday night at Municipal Field in Manitowoc.
Multiple players had big offensive nights, led by Brillion’s McCormick Zutz, who had three of Manitowoc’s 11 base hits, while the Lions’ Aiden Reinke went 2 for 4 with three runs batted in.
Carter Neu of Manitowoc Lincoln and Roncalli’s Jake Hillmer had multiple-hit games as well for Post 88.
Manitowoc Lutheran’s Drew Staudt picked up the win in relief of Hilmer.
He went two innings, allowing four runs and five hits, walking one and striking out five.
Manitowoc returns to action Tuesday night at De Pere.