The Comets started quick again, scoring 3 runs in their first at bat. Panther starter Alastaire Sweetser settled down after the opening inning and only allowed one more run in their half of the fifth. Only 1 of their runs was earned as he gave up 7 hits, walked 1 and struck out 6 during his 5 innings on the mound. Evan Steimle finished the game shutting down Newman in their sixth.
The Panthers offense had 6 hits as Gavin VanDyke led the way with a single, double and RBI. Braedyn Frank and Cade Huisman also had doubles to help EP’s attack. The Panthers did have 12 strikeouts during the contest.
Coach Jeff Wunderlich’s 5-4-1 squad continues its busy week with a trip to Sherrard Friday for a 4:30 game with the Tigers (weather permitting).
