Marine City's historic baseball season concluded in disappointment, as they lost to Traverse City St. Francis 5-4 in the MHSAA Division 3 state final. The Mariners reached the championship for the first time in program history, finishing the season with a 26-11 record. After a slow start, which saw St. Francis take a commanding lead, Marine City rallied but ultimately fell short in the final innings.

By the Numbers
  • Marine City finished the season with a record of 26 wins and 11 losses.
  • St. Francis scored 5 runs in the game, with multiple key contributions including 2 RBI singles from Matthew Kane.
State of Play
  • The game took place at McLane Baseball Stadium in East Lansing.
  • Marine City mounted a late-game comeback with 4 runs in the fifth inning but couldn't sustain the momentum.
What's Next

Looking ahead, Marine City will aim to build on this season's success in the coming years, focusing on developing their talent to enhance their championship prospects.

Bottom Line

Despite the painful loss, Marine City's journey to the state finals marks a significant achievement in their program's history, laying a strong foundation for future seasons.