There's no place like home for Highlands Ranch, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Saturday. They had just enough and edged out the Lewis-Palmer Rangers 8-7 on Wednesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Falcons have posted since March 6th.
Noah Mortenson made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Mortenson was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
Mortenson wasn't the only one making solid contact as seven players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Ben Schlatter, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Josh Dave also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Highlands Ranch moved to 4-6 with that win, which also ended their three-game losing streak. As for Lewis-Palmer, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 7-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Highlands Ranch will face off against Conifer at 12:01 p.m. on Saturday. As for Lewis-Palmer, they will square off against Mullen at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Mustangs will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Rangers surely won't give up without a fight.
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