LocalSportsJournal.com

The Ludington softball squad posted a 1-1 record on Saturday at the Briggs Tournament.

The Orioles fell short against Hart 6-1 in the first game, then blasted past Mason County Eastern by a 16-3 margin in the second contest.

In Game 1 Ludington was paced by Mackenzie Howe with three hits and one run scored while Riley Rittenhouse added a hit and an RBI.

Ryan Makowicki took the loss on the mound, allowing seven hits in seven innings while striking out eight batters for the Orioles.

In Game 2 the Orioles were led by Makowicki with three hits, one run scored and two RBIs while Rittenhouse contributed with one hit and two runs scored.

Carissa Bush chipped in with a hit, RBI and two runs scored for Ludington and Howe had a hit and three runs scored.

Howe tossed the win for the Orioles, allowing three hits in 3 2/3 innings while striking out three batters.