Hannan had to endure a nine-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They had just enough and edged the Poca The Dots out 6-5.
Ian Chaffin made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 14 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. Chaffin has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Chaffin was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Issac Freeman, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Hannan made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-6. As for Poca, they dropped their record down to 0-8 with that defeat, which was their 14th straight on the road dating back to last season.
Hannan will square off against Elk Valley Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Poca, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Charleston Catholic at 6:00 p.m.
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