LaBrae Baseball Dominates Garfield in 9-2 Victory
In a crucial matchup for league standings, the LaBrae baseball team came out swinging and never looked back in their 9-2 victory over MVAC Gray Tier rival Garfield. After a tough loss to Poland the day before, the Vikings were determined to bounce back and set the tone early in the game.
Led by a stellar performance on the mound by senior Dylan Simpson, LaBrae’s pitching and hitting were firing on all cylinders. Simpson threw a complete game with 12 strikeouts, allowing just four hits and two runs.
Head coach Ed Anthony praised his team’s hitting, especially against Garfield’s talented pitcher, Eric Geddes. The Vikings managed to get timely hits and put pressure on the opposing defense throughout the game.
While pitching has been a strength for LaBrae in recent seasons, Anthony has been looking for the team’s hitting to catch up. With 10 hits in the game against Garfield, it seems like the Vikings are making progress in that area.
Garfield coach Mike Paes acknowledged the tough challenge his team faced against LaBrae’s strong pitching and hitting. Despite the loss, he commended the Vikings for their performance and mentioned the fatigue his team experienced from playing multiple games in a short span.
With the win, LaBrae improves to 7-2 on the season and looks to continue their success in a doubleheader today. The team will face Brookfield at home before hitting the road to take on Warren JFK later in the day.
Overall, it was a dominant performance by LaBrae, showcasing their potential as a force to be reckoned with in the league. The Vikings will look to build on this win and carry the momentum into future games.