Crestview came out on top against Mapleton on Wednesday thanks in part to the team's impressive eight-run third inning. The Cougars took their contest against the Mounties 11-6. The Cougars haven't had any issues with the Mounties recently, as the game was their third consecutive victory against them.
Gavin Barker spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned (and five unearned) runs on five hits and racked up nine Ks. He is becoming a predictor of Crestview's success: when he allows at most one earned run the team is 2-1 (and 4-9 when he doesn't).

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On the hitting side, Crestview got a massive performance out of Kayn Patton, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases, one run, and one double. Those three stolen bases gave Patton a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Tyson Ringler, who went 2-for-4 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run.
Crestview kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least nine hits in six consecutive games.
Crestview's record is now 6-10. As for Mapleton, they dropped their record down to 4-10 with the loss, which was their third straight at home.
Looking ahead, Crestview will welcome Lucas at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Cubs will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Cougars surely won't give up without a fight. As for Mapleton, they will venture away from home to face off against Ashland at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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