Wichita, KS — Goddard Lions JV claimed a 14-11 victory on Friday, despite a big push by Northwest in the third inning. The offensive firepower by Northwest was led by Diego Gutierrez, Joe Prichard, Caden Claphan, Isaac Ornales, LJ Philips, and AJ Joynt, all driving in runs in the inning. There was plenty of action on the basepaths as Goddard Lions JV collected 16 hits and Northwest had 11. Goddard Lions JV fired up the offense in the first inning, when Austin Rudkin homered on a 1-2 count, scoring two runs. Goddard Lions JV tallied five runs in the second inning. Kaden Bethel, Carter Clyne, Carter Goodwin, and Jake Jasnoski powered the big inning with RBIs. Brett McGee earned the victory on the pitcher's mound for Goddard Lions JV. McGee lasted one and one-third innings, allowing zero hits and zero runs while striking out three and walking one. Kyle Bailey, Maddox Stevens, and Goodwin all put in work in relief out of the bullpen, steering their team towards the victory. Isaiah Martinez took the loss for Northwest. The bulldog surrendered ten runs on ten hits over one and one-third innings, striking out one and walking zero. Goddard Lions JV launched one home run on the day. Rudkin had a long ball in the first inning. Goddard Lions JV totaled 16 hits. Goodwin, Rudkin, Jasnoski, Isaac Tatro, and Stevens all managed multiple hits for Goddard Lions JV. Rudkin and Goodwin each collected three hits to lead Goddard Lions JV. Jasnoski led Goddard Lions JV with two stolen bases, as they ran wild on the base paths with 11 stolen bases. Northwest had 11 hits in the game. Joynt, Prichard, and Martinez all managed multiple hits for Northwest. Northwest was sure-handed and didn't commit a single error. Kyle Foxworthy made the most plays with five.