Oakwood had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 5-4 win over the Salt Fork Storm on Friday. That's more bragging rights for Oakwood, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Alec Harrison spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered four earned runs on five hits and racked up 11 Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Brody Taflinger was excellent, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2. Another player making a difference was Chase Harrison, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Oakwood's victory bumped their record up to 8-11. As for Salt Fork, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last eight matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-9 record this season.
Oakwood didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 7-6 loss vs. Reed-Custer on the 20th. As for Salt Fork, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Bismarck-Henning/Rossville-Alvin at 4:30 p.m.
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