Blaine 9A Freshman managed through a push by Spring Lake Park in the third inning where Blaine 9A Freshman coughed up three runs, but Blaine 9A Freshman still won 11-4 on Thursday. Spring Lake Park batters contributing to the big inning included Drew Watts, Ben Kehner, and Ryan Smith, all driving in runs in the frame.

Blaine 9A Freshman got on the board in the first inning when Gavin Gillen singled on the first pitch of the at bat, scoring two runs.

Blaine 9A Freshman notched three runs in the sixth inning. Blaine 9A Freshman offense in the inning was led by Tyler Vogel, Ben Wallraff, and Spencer Helberg, who each had RBIs in the inning.

Parker Dahlman pitched Blaine 9A Freshman to victory. He surrendered three runs on seven hits over three innings, striking out one. Cole Bruley threw four innings in relief out of the bullpen.

Jacob Fritz took the loss for Spring Lake Park. He went one inning, allowing two runs on two hits and walking zero.

Brock Larsen started the game for Spring Lake Park. He lasted three innings, allowing seven hits and six runs while striking out two and walking one

Blaine 9A Freshman tallied 12 hits on the day. Dylan Berg, Helberg, Gillen, and Wallraff all managed multiple hits for Blaine 9A Freshman. Helberg and Berg all had three hits to lead Blaine 9A Freshman. Blaine 9A Freshman tore up the base paths, as two players stole at least two bases. Austin Barnier led the way with two.

Spring Lake Park collected 11 hits on the day. Larsen and Watts all had multiple hits for Spring Lake Park. Larsen led Spring Lake Park with four hits in four at bats.

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