Tigers Snipped by Falcons

Posted by admin on April 21, 2010 under News | Be the First to Comment

The Longmont Tigers tallied their first loss in just their second game of the season to the Longmont Falcons 0-3 on Wednesday night.

This was a pitching and defensive showcase by both teams.  The Tigers and Falcons both turned double plays, had put outs at the plate, and pitched strong, resulting in an exciting, scoreless game through 2 1/2 innings.

The Tigers were the first to crack, in the 3rd inning  – giving up 3 walks.  3 runs then scored on 2 throwing errors in the field.

The Tigers did regroup on pitching and defense, keeping their chances for a comeback alive, allowing only 2 hits and striking out 3 Falcons the rest of the way.

Ultimately the Tigers never found the handle on offense in this one -  and the Falcons never did crack.  With rain pouring in the bottom of the fifth, and time nearly out, the game was called at 0-3 – a win for the Falcons.

The Tigers head into a busy 5-day stretch of games, starting Friday with a 5:30 PM opener versus the Louisville Predators in the King Lyles Memorial Tournament in Denver.   Saturday’s slate has the Tigers facing the Longmont Stealth at 10 AM and the Eaton Reds at 2 PM.

Even more baseball follows that, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday!  So, be sure to check our calendar for details, and come out and support the Tigers!