Columbine had to endure an 11-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Lakewood Tigers a 17-0 shutout on Saturday. Columbine's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Ian Alexander looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit.
On the hitting side, Elias Frainier was incredible, going 2-for-3 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Aidan Jordan, who scored four runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Columbine's win ended a seven-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-13-1. As for Lakewood, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 12 of their last 14 contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-14 record this season.
Columbine will head out on the road to challenge Arvada West at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Arvada West will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Columbine surely won't give up without a fight. As for Lakewood, they will head out on the road to face off against Valor Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Valor Christian is coming into the game with four straight wins at home, so Lakewood will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum.
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