Swanton had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Evergreen Vikings a 2-0 shutout on Monday. That's more bragging rights for Swanton, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Luke Marlow made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also only allowed one walk). Marlow was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Marlow wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Carsen Lemons, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-4.
Swanton will be playing at home against Cardinal Stritch at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Swanton will be looking to keep their three-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. As for Evergreen, they will head out on the road to square off against Delta at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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