Farmington's game on Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Lamphere Rams, sneaking past 11-10. The high-scoring effort was just what the Falcons needed considering they were shut out in their previous game.
Karthik Velvadapu looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. He has been consistent for a while: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in 13 consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Jayden Essary and Vincent Pesci did most of the damage at the plate: Essary went 3-for-4 with four stolen bases, three runs, and two doubles, while Pesci went 2-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. That's the most doubles Essary has posted since back in April. The team also got some help courtesy of Jayden Kremhelmer, who went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases and two runs.
Farmington's victory bumped their record up to 16-19. As for Lamphere, with the defeat, they broke their six-game winning streak and moved their record to 14-11.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Farmington will welcome Lutheran at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Warriors will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something the Falcons surely won't give up without a fight. As for Lamphere, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Lutheran Northwest at 4:30 p.m. The Crusaders' pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so the Rams' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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