The Okotoks Dawgs delivered another strong performance to beat the Energy City Cactus Rats 11-3. With the Cactus Rats' home venue still undergoing final preparations for the season, a strong crowd of loyal Okotoks fans made it to beautiful Seaman Stadium to watch the Dawgs earn another victory in front of their home crowd. The Dawgs combined timely hitting and strong pitching throughout the contest, collecting 10 hits while limiting the Cactus Rats to just three runs.

The Dawgs’ offence was paced by a strong performance from leadoff hitter Ayden Crouse (Indiana University), who went 1-for-2 with three runs scored, one RBI, two stolen bases, and two walks. Hank Griffin (University of Mary) also made a significant impact, finishing 1-for-3 with two runs scored, one RBI, four stolen bases, and a walk. Landon Kauffman (University of Portland) continued the offensive production, going 2-for-5 with a run scored, a double, two RBIs, and a stolen base.

In his first appearance with the Dawgs, starting pitcher Aaron Taka delivered a solid outing, going four innings and allowing three runs. The bullpen, including Dalton Hoffart (Hill College), Braken Rice (Faulkner University), Nolan Jackson (McCook Community College), Wyatt Sadlier (North Central Community College), and Grady Keljo (University of Portland), shut things down from there, keeping the Cactus Rats off the scoreboard over the final five innings.

Strong work on the mound paired with consistent offence carried the Dawgs to a decisive win. The Dawgs return home tomorrow, June 14, to host the Medicine Hat Mavericks at 2:05 p.m., with Princesses in the Park set to take place at Seaman Stadium for a fun, family-friendly afternoon.

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