It's playoff time, and Lockport had no trouble coming through when it counted. They narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past the Metea Valley Mustangs 5-4. That's more bragging rights for the Porters, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Austin Winge looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent for a while: he hasn't given up more than two hits any time he's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Nick Moerman, who got on base in all five of his plate appearances with two RBI, one run, and one double. The team also got some help courtesy of Logan Nagle, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with one run and one double.
Lockport hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Metea Valley struck out seven times.
Lockport's victory bumped their record up to 23-13. As for Metea Valley, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 13-23 record this season.
As of now, neither Lockport nor Metea Valley have any future games scheduled.
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