Oppenheim-Ephratah had to start their season on the road on Thursday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell just short of the Fort Plain Hilltoppers by a score of 19-17. The Hawks were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Hilltoppers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
Tyler Barnes put in work while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Barnes was even better at the plate, getting on base in five of his six plate appearances with four runs and one RBI.
In other batting news, Logan Snell led a balanced group of hitters, going 2-for-5 with seven RBI, one stolen base, and one run. Another player making a difference was Brady Brown, who got on base in four of his six plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Fort Plain's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3.
Coincidentally, Oppenheim-Ephratah and Fort Plain will both be playing Mekeel Christian Academy the next time they take the field. The Hilltoppers will host the Lions at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, while the Hawks will host them at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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