Lakeview never let their opponents score on Saturday. They put the hurt on the West Branch Warriors with a sharp 7-0 win. The Bulldogs might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four contests by seven runs or more this season.
Nicolas Aho
| 04/26/25 @ West Branch | 6 |
| 04/22/25 @ Hubbard | 1 |
| 04/16/25 @ Mineral Ridge | 5 |
| 04/14/25 vs Poland Seminary | 2 |
| 04/04/25 @ Struthers | 6 |
Nicolas Aho was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out six over seven innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts he has posted over his last five games. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Isaiah Lantz, who went 1-for-2 with two runs and one RBI. Brandon Toot was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base.
The victory made it two in a row for Lakeview and bumps their season record up to 8-5. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 3 runs in those games. As for West Branch, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-8 record this season.
Lakeview will host McKinley at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for West Branch, they will venture away from home to challenge Carrollton at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Carrollton will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something West Branch surely won't give up without a fight.
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