It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Utica ultimately got the result they hoped for on Saturday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Groves Falcons and snuck past 10-9. Utica's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Kellen Condon was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Condon was even better at the plate, getting on base in five of his six plate appearances with four RBI, a run, and a double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Riley Sangster, who scored three runs while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. Timothy Geottes was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases.
The win got Utica back to even at 4-4. As for Groves, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 8-1.
Utica will head out on the road to face off against St. Clair at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Groves, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Seaholm at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Groves will be looking to keep their six-game home win streak dating back to last season alive.
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