Vandercook Lake took an 11-run loss the last time they faced off against Manchester, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Jayhawks narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Flying Dutchmen 11-9. The high-scoring effort was just what the Jayhawks needed considering they were shut out in their previous matchup.
Justin Barnes made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing four innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits. Barnes was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run.
Hunter Kurzynowski
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In other batting news, Hunter Kurzynowski was incredible, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one double. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Darius Stephens, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
Vandercook Lake's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-4.
Looking ahead, Vandercook Lake will venture away from home to square off against Litchfield at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Manchester, they will host Napoleon at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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