After a string of three wins, Rainier's good fortune finally ran out on Saturday. They fell 12-8 to the Wahkiakum Mules. Rainier was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Wahkiakum apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played on Friday.
Gurnsey Yazama was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Howell Hunter, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-4.
Even though they lost, Rainier was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with four doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
Rainier's defeat dropped their record down to 5-5. As for Wahkiakum, they now have a winning record of 7-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Rainier will face off against Winlock at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Wahkiakum, they will head out on the road to challenge Toledo at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Toledo and Wahkiakum are at an even 5-5 over their past ten head-to-heads.
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