Rainier unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They lost 8-2 to the Mossyrock Vikings on Friday. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it six in a row.
Rainier got a good showing from Shane Cardey, who pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
At the plate, Rainier saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Yazama Gurnsey, who scored a run and stole Two bases. while going 2-for-4. Kaymen Larman was another, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Rainier will host Clover Park at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Mossyrock, they will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Rainier at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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