EGCC splits doubleheader with Owens

PERRYSBURG

The Eastern Gateway Gators split their second consecutive twin bill Sunday with Owens Community College, losing the opener 17-7 then posting a 4-3 win over the Express in eight innings in the nightcap.

In the opener, freshman Noah Laster continued his assault on conference pitching going 4 for 4 to pace the Gators offensively. Evan Knaus had two doubles while Andrew Wess and Doug Painter each added two hits.

In the nightcap, EGCC (11-10, 6-6 Ohio Community College Athletic Conference) pitcher Josie Ayala threw all eight innings for the complete game win.

Grant Williams and Wess each had two hits, including a double. Painter also had two hits, posting the game winning RBI in the eighth inning.