Rainier gave up the first runs on Friday, but they didn't let that get them down. Everything went their way against the Vernonia Loggers as they made off with a 14-3 victory. Considering the Columbians have won three games by more than eight runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Miley Cook was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). Cook was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Maddy Twichell was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three runs and four RBI. Miyah Hass also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.
| 04/04/25 vs Vernonia | 60.6% |
| 04/02/25 @ R.A. Long | 56.1% |
| 03/24/25 vs Mazama | 41.9% |
| 03/17/25 vs Clatskanie | 30.8% |
| 03/25/25 vs Seaside | 30.4% |
Rainier always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .606. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
The win made it two in a row for Rainier and bumps their season record up to 3-5. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 14.5 runs over those games. As for Vernonia, their loss was their 12th straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-5.
Looking ahead, Rainier will square off against Valley Catholic at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Vernonia, they will be playing at home against Sheridan at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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