Stanton stunned in extra innings

STANTON — The Vikings jumped out to an early lead, scoring all three of their runs in the first two innings against Riverside (Oakland) Thursday, but were not able to hold the lead late as they dropped their first game of the season, 4-3 in nine innings.

The Vikings got base 12 times in the loss, with only three hits and reached on nine walks.

Stanton senior Alex Whigham gave up no earned runs in five innings pitched, striking out 11 batters.

He was relieved by Tyler Havrum who struck out five while taking the loss.

Tanner Stubbendeck led the Viking hitters, batting two of two with a two-run home run in the first inning. Stubbendeck reached on all five plate apperances and stole two bases.

The Vikings followed their loss with a win over Essex-South Page Friday, 12-1, in five innings.

Whigham had a home run and three RBI in the win.