Okotoks, AB – The Okotoks Dawgs delivered a dominant performance against the Lethbridge Bulls in a 26-2 win in front of 4487 fans at Seaman Stadium. It was the first 5 O’ Clock Saturday of the year where the Dawgs sported their blue “Margaritaville” uniforms. The Dawgs pounded out 19 hits and added another errorless game to their season.

The Dawgs’ dominant offence was led by Cal Gates (Indiana University), who went 3 for 4 at the plate with two runs, one home run, four RBI and two walks. Ricardo Sanchez (Gonzaga University) was another major offensive contributor, who went 3 for 4 with five runs, 2 RBI, and two walks. Newcomers Jordan Kievman (Wright State University) and Turner Zdunich also were major offensive contributors, pumping out five hits and six RBI between the two of them.

Ty Johnson led the charge at the mound, allowing only 3 hits in 3 innings. The Dawgs defence was backed by the entire bullpen, who only allowed five hits in five innings. Clean performances by Fischer (Dawgs Academy), Rice (Faulkner University), Willis (George Mason University), and Sadlier (North Central Community College) kept the momentum on the Dawgs side as they rolled to their first ever mercy rule victory in WCBL history.

The Dawgs now look ahead to their next home game tomorrow, Sunday, May 31, where they will face the Lethbridge Bulls again at 2:05 during Diggity, the fan-favourite mascot’s birthday Mascot Mania game. For tickets and team info, visit www.dawgsbaseball.ca/tickets or call 403-262-3294. Can’t make it to the ballpark? Follow all the action live at https://www.flocollege.com/.