WEIMAR - After a forfeit win against Jackson County in the first game, the Vets recorded their second win of the early season, 12-10.
The Vets led 6-5 after three innings. The Firemen took the lead after a four run inning in the seventh then added a single run in the eighth to take a 10-4 lead.
The Vets exploded for six runs in the bottom of the eighth to take the lead. A huge two out hit by Jared Barton plated the go ahead runs. Cody Barrett pitched the final two innings to shut down the Firemen for the win.
Leading the offensive attack were Brady Henke-2 doubles, 2 singles, 2 runs scored; Alex Anberstein-single, double, RBI, 2 runs scored; Trey Daniels-2 singles; Kevin Polasek-single, run scored; Josh Morgan-single, 2 runs scored; Robi Valchar, Dayton Milner each had singles; Ryker Goehring-walk, hit by pitch, run scored; Jared Barton-single (game winning hit), 2 RBI; Kobi Valchar pitched three scoreless innings, strikes out three, allowing three hits and walking two.
Defensive standouts were, Bart on, Anberstein and Henke.
Yoeman's work behind the dish were Brett Janacek and Trey Daniels. Cole Duty scored two runs as the courtesy runner.
Thanks to Rex Kloesel for announcing and running the score - board; and Mike Koeth keeping the scorebook.
Again, great fan support as par for the course. Thanks to Tom Strickland for allowing us to play on the best field around.
Sponsors of the week include Seybro Door & Weatherstripping; Oak Grove Vet Clinic; Mikeska's BBQ & Catering; Kainer Pest Control; and Don's Repair.
See y'all next Sunday at Strickland Field vs. Austin County Brewers at 3 p.m.
