If LaConner was feeling good off their 12-1 takedown of Darrington last Friday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The LaConner Braves fell victim to a tough 9-1 defeat at the hands of the Mount Vernon Christian Hurricanes on Tuesday. LaConner has not had much luck with Mount Vernon Christian recently, as the team's come up short the last five times they've met.
For Mount Vernon Christian's part, Nathan Symmank made a splash while hitting and pitching. He tossed three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Symmank has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Symmank was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Mount Vernon Christian let Joel Votipka and Chase Woodmansee loose on the outfield. Votipka scored a run and stole three bases while going 2-for-3, while Woodmansee scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-1. Votipka is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Trevor Blom, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-2.
LaConner's loss dropped their record down to 4-6. As for Mount Vernon Christian, they have been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight games, which provided a nice bump to their 9-6 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. LaConner will take on Orcas Island at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Orcas Island is coming into the match with eight straight defeats at home, meaning LaConner will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Mount Vernon Christian, they will head out on the road to square off against Friday Harbor at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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