Liberty Ranch's game last Thursday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 5-3 victory over the Galt Warriors. That's more bragging rights for Liberty Ranch, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Vance Moe made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out nine batters over six innings while giving up three earned runs off five hits (and only one walk). Moe was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3.
Moe wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Kade Lecompte, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4. Lecompte has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Garrett Owen was another key contributor, going 1-for-4 with two stolen bases and an RBI.
Liberty Ranch's win bumped their record up to 5-2. As for Galt, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Liberty Ranch will take on El Dorado at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. El Dorado will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Liberty Ranch surely won't give up without a fight. As for Galt, they will head out on the road to challenge Rosemont at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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