Champlain Mariners at Franklin County Bandits

Champlain Mariners topped Franklin County Bandits 10-5 on Saturday at Champlain Valley Union High School.

Champlain Mariners got on the board in the top of the first inning after Elderton singled down the right field line, Mazza-Bergeron grounded out, and Willoughby singled to center field, each scoring one run.

Champlain Mariners added to their early lead in the top of the third inning after Goodrich hit a sacrifice fly, Tanguay walked, and Franklin County Bandits committed an error, each scoring one run.

Richburg earned the win for Champlain Mariners. The starting pitcher surrendered eight hits and four runs (three earned) over six innings, striking out six and walking two. Yates took the loss for Franklin County Bandits. The starter went seven innings, giving up 10 runs (eight earned) on 12 hits, striking out three and walking three. Quinn appeared in relief for Champlain Mariners.

Champlain Mariners accumulated 12 hits in the game. Mazza-Bergeron provided pop in the middle of the lineup, and led Champlain Mariners with two runs batted in. The center fielder went 2-for-4 on the day. Quinn, Bushey, Poland, and Mazza-Bergeron each collected two hits for Champlain Mariners. Champlain Mariners were sure-handed and didn't commit a single error. Tanguay made the most plays with seven.

Franklin County Bandits collected 10 hits in the game. Clark set the tone at the top of the lineup, leading Franklin County Bandits with three hits in four at bats. Clark went 2-for-3 at the plate and led the team with two runs batted in. Chagnon collected two hits for Franklin County Bandits in three at bats.