DILLON, MT – The Beaverhead County Varsity Beavers had an impressive showing on Friday, defeating the East Helena Varsity Vigilantes 12-1 in a commanding performance.
The Beavers took control of the game early in the top of the second inning. After Jase Alvarez singled to score one run and an error allowed another run to cross the plate, Sawyer Tackett added a single that brought in two more runs, establishing a strong lead.
Continuing their offensive momentum, the Beavers added four more runs in the top of the third inning. Cohen Hartman hit a solo home run to left field, followed by Kanin Englehardt doubling to score two runs. Tackett capped off the inning with a triple, bringing in another run.
On the mound, Tackett earned the win for the Beavers, delivering an outstanding performance over four innings. He allowed only two hits and no runs, while striking out one and walking one. In contrast, Killian Snarr took the loss for the Vigilantes, pitching three innings and allowing eight runs (four earned) on six hits, while striking out four and walking two. Englehardt made an appearance in relief for the Beavers.
Both Alvarez and Tackett collected two hits for Beaverhead County, with Englehardt and Tackett driving in three runs each. Marcus Lagunas led the team with three walks, contributing to the Beavers’ patience at the plate as they accumulated a total of seven walks during the game. Additionally, Trenton Moreni and Tackett each stole multiple bases, contributing to the team’s impressive tally of five stolen bases.
For East Helena, Kai Richey and Kash Walker each managed to collect one hit in the contest.
The Beaverhead County Varsity Beavers will welcome the Belgrade Varsity Panthers for their next game on Tuesday, aiming to continue their successful run.
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