Andrew Mahoney turned McLane Stadium weekend into his personal showcase, striking out 15 in a complete-game gem as Novi’s Detroit Catholic Central rolled past Mattawan 6-1 yesterday to reach the MHSAA Division 1 championship game. The left-hander set the tone from the first inning, continuing a postseason where Shamrock pitching has allowed almost nothing. Now they get one more crack at a state crown today at Michigan State’s McLane Stadium in East Lansing.
Mahoney takes over the semifinal
Working confidently through Mattawan’s order, Mahoney leaned on a fastball-curveball mix that kept hitters guessing and off-balance. Detroit Catholic Central broke things open with a five-run top of the fifth, turning a tight game into a comfortable lead behind their ace. Nicholas Garnick piled up three hits, and an early passed ball brought home the first run, key moments in what turned into a well-rounded offensive night. Those details, along with Mahoney’s postgame reflections, were outlined by the Detroit Free Press.
What comes next: McLane Stadium Saturday
The Division 1 final is set for today at McLane Stadium, with first pitch scheduled for 5 p.m., according to the Michigan High School Athletic Association. Detroit Catholic Central will meet the winner of the Rochester Adams vs. Brownstown Woodhaven semifinal in the title matchup. The MHSAA preview also notes that tickets are being sold through GoFan and that fans can watch the finals broadcasts on MHSAA.tv…