Battle Creek, MI — Portage Northern Huskies Varsity fell behind early and couldn't come back in a 13-7 loss to Lakeview Spartans Varsity on Thursday. Lakeview Spartans Varsity scored on a double by Jake Kucharczyk in the first inning, a single by Owen Baum in the first inning, and a single by Kooper Etheridge in the second inning. Despite the loss, Portage Northern Huskies Varsity did collect eight hits in the high-scoring affair. Unfortunately, Lakeview Spartans Varsity had 14 hits on the way to victory. Lakeview Spartans Varsity opened up scoring in the first inning. Lakeview Spartans Varsity scored two runs when Kucharczyk doubled. Portage Northern Huskies Varsity scored five runs in the fourth inning. Portage Northern Huskies Varsity offense in the inning was led by Ethan Getting, Jacob Martin, Landen Wilson, and Carson Stripling, all knocking in runs in the inning. Lakeview Spartans Varsity scored five runs in the fifth inning. The offensive firepower by Lakeview Spartans Varsity was led by Cade Oxley, Zach Kucharczyk, and Kucharczyk, all driving in runs in the inning. Jackson Haywood was on the hill for Lakeview Spartans Varsity. The ace lasted three and two-thirds innings, allowing five hits and five runs while striking out five. Sam Carlisle was on the pitcher's mound for Portage Northern Huskies Varsity. Carlisle surrendered seven runs on seven hits over three innings, striking out two. Cane Mack, Antonio Parsayar, and Carson Gustafson each contributed in relief for Portage Northern Huskies Varsity. Portage Northern Huskies Varsity tallied one home run on the day. Getting had a long ball in the fourth inning. Portage Northern Huskies Varsity collected eight hits. Getting and Martin each managed multiple hits for Portage Northern Huskies Varsity. Getting went 3-for-3 at the plate to lead Portage Northern Huskies Varsity in hits. Portage Northern Huskies Varsity tore up the base paths, as two players stole at least two bases. Getting led the way with three. Lakeview Spartans Varsity scattered 14 hits in the game. Kucharczyk, Etheridge, and Kucharczyk all managed multiple hits for Lakeview Spartans Varsity.