Maple Grove took care of business in their home opener on Wednesday (and then some). They blew past the Falconer Golden Falcons 12-4. That's more bragging rights for Maple Grove, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Nate Cornell was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over four innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits. Cornell was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Sean Verbosky was excellent, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. Drew Oste was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Maple Grove will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Randolph at 5:00 p.m. on April 9th. Maple Grove is looking to tack on another W to their seven-game streak on the road dating back to last season. As for Falconer, they will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Cattaraugus-Little Valley at 5:00 p.m. on April 10th. Falconer will come in still looking for their first win of the season.
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