The Iron Mountain Little League Juniors experienced a tough weekend at the Michigan state baseball tournament, dropping two games that ended their championship hopes.
On Sunday the team fell to Southern (Grand Rapids) by a score of 17‑7, a contest that highlighted both the offensive firepower of their opponents and the challenges faced by the Iron Mountain squad.
Despite the setback, Southern (Grand Rapids) rallied to defeat Roosevelt Park 14‑11 in the semifinals, earning a spot in the championship round.
The final match pitted Southern against Negaunee, with the latter securing the state title after a 6‑2 victory, leaving Southern as runners‑up.
Semifinal Showdown at Felch Field
The semifinal game took place at Felch Field in Iron Mountain, where the local crowd witnessed a high‑scoring affair that kept the tournament alive for the home team.
Key contributors from Iron Mountain included Daniel Doers and Jeb Holsworth, whose efforts kept the team competitive despite the final scoreboard.
While the tournament concluded with Negaunee's triumph, the experience will shape the future of the Iron Mountain program as it looks to rebuild and aim for a return to the championship stage.