Cottonwood was the 8-3 winner over Viewmont when they last played one another back in March of 2016, but their luck changed this time around. The Colts fell 5-2 to the Vikings on Saturday.
Cottonwood got a good showing from Quinn Mendenhall, who pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Mendenhall has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
At the plate, Diego Martinez was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. That home run was his first of the season.
Cottonwood's defeat dropped their record down to 9-3. As for Viewmont, their record is now 5-6.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cottonwood will venture away from home to take on Park City at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Miners will roll in looking for their ninth straight victory, something the Colts surely won't give up without a fight. As for Viewmont, they are taking a road trip to face off against Box Elder at 3:00 p.m. on Monday. The last three games the Bees have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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