Smithton had to start their season on the road on Monday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They lost 9-3 to the Concordia Fighting Orioles. The Tigers have struggled against the Fighting Orioles recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive lost meeting.
Liam Beckett made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one double, and one RBI. Cole Bass was another key player, scoring a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Smithton will look to take advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they takes on Leeton at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Concordia, they will welcome Northwestern at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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