9A grabbed an early lead on its way to a 9-3 victory over St. Francis on Friday. 9A scored on a groundout by Dylan Wilson and a fielder's choice by Andrew Goers in the first inning.

9A took an early lead in the first inning. Dylan Wilson grounded out, scoring one run.

9A scored four runs in the third inning. 9A's big inning was driven by a single by Brendan McKelvey, a fielder's choice by Jack Puder, and a single by Isaac Robinson.

Bryce Nelson earned the win for 9A. He threw five and a third innings, giving up one run, three hits, and striking out two. Bolte took the loss for St. Francis. He went two and two-thirds innings, allowing six runs, four hits, and striking out one.

McKelvey led 9A with two hits in two at bats. 9A stole six bases during the game as two players stole more than one. Robert Hogan led the way with three.

St. Francis had six hits in the game. Bolte and Patterson each collected multiple hits for St. Francis.

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