Walk-Off Two-Out Single Nips Athletics 3-2

Veteran ace Jake Hauck pitched a two-hit gem through six complete.

It was do or die for both Lakeville and Eagan in game two of the CVL playoffs on Tuesday night, with both teams needing a must win to stay alive in the double-elimination tournament. It was a pitcher's duel right from the start with both aces throwing well.

Two-time all-star ace Jake Hauck drew the start for the Athletics and out-pitched his Bandits counterpart, allowing just two hits and one run through six full innings of work. It was vintage Hauck as he pitched smart, with all the savvy of the sage veteran that he has been for Lakeville for the last six years. Hauck struck out 7 through six with just three walks and one hit by pitch. He threw 91 pitches in his stint on the mound, and was nothing short of masterful in his performance.

Eddie Golom gets things going by taking one for the team to lead-off the first.

The Athletics started the top of the 1st with 2nd baseman Eddie Golom getting hit by a pitch. Shortstop Trent Larson then hit a 3-2 pitch down the 1st baseline to give Lakeville runners at the corners, but a following 6-4-3 double-play, along with a 6-3 groundout, ended the threat.

The Bandits were able to pick up one run on a walk, a stolen base and a hit in the bottom half of the 1st to take a 1-0 lead.

Both teams were scoreless in the 2nd and 3rd innings.

With one out in the top of the 4th, first baseman Josh Storm beat out a roller to 1st. Designated hitter Kevin George worked the count full before receiving a walk. Ben Elliott came in to pinch run for Storm. Right fielder Jeff Farr hit a single to right to load the bags for Lakeville, but a following tapper back to the mound provided Eagan with a 1-2-3 double-play to end the inning.

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THE 2011 LAKEVILLE ATHLETICS
Expectations Fall Short But Team Showed Great Spirit And Much Resolve
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L-R front row: Josh Storm, Eric Watts, Eddie Golom, John Degerness, Josh Spitzack L-R back row: Ben Elliott, Derek Hahn, Jake Hauck, Jeff, Farr, Kevin George, Justin Hahn, Andy Yetzer, Trent Larson, Brent Johnson, Mark Berger. Missing: Nick Daniels, Collin Baker, Max Shower, Mike Grazzinni, Coach Doug Johnson, Asst Coach Tim Watts. (click for larger picture)

ATHLETICS EYE NEW RECRUITS FOR 2030
Storm Watch Ends As Brody Scott & Carter Terrence Are Born July 18th
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A battery is born: Brody Scott and Carter Terrence Storm are a new generation of ball players.

Things are looking good on the farm for the future of Athletics baseball as new prospects Brody Scott and Carter Terrence entered the world screamin' for pine tar and beggin' for lumber. The new baseball sluggers were born to proud parents Josh and Maegen Storm on Monday morning, July 18th. The twin duo were born at 9:37 and 9:38 and weighed in at 6 pounds for Brody and 5 pounds 3 ounces for Carter. The Athletics send their congratulations to "Mush" and Maegen. This is the second two-run home run for Storm in two weeks. Way to go guys!

SOUTH PRESS BOX/CONCESSION PROJECT COMPLETE
Long Awaited Project Finally Done; Field Has PA Capability Now
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The new press box and concession stand facility at Lakeville South.

At times it seemed like a nightmare, with all of the obstacles and setbacks that sprang forth, but the dream has finally come to fruition as the Lakeville South press box and concession stand facility has finally opened. A project in the works for nearly four years, the new addition to the South baseball field is a nice feature that will give added ambience, entertainment and food service to the field.

Planning for the much needed baseball building began in 2007, with three major architectural revisions and numerous code requirements and hurdles to meet for Lakeville city officials. The project was conceptualized, designed and steered by Tim Watts, involving 32 different businesses which donated materials, with Stahl and Tekton construction taking the construction reigns. All of the donations were brokered for ad space on an independent website, with no cost to LSHS, District 194, nor the city of Lakeville.

Coalescing the myriad business partners involved was difficult enough, but the economic collapse of 2008 was without a doubt the largest obstacle to contend with. To have all of the various businesses stick with the project through this most trying hardship was a magnanimous gesture on their part and is greatly appreciated. Pat Daniels was an integral key assistant in the project with much contracting wisdom to add. Boosters Steve Clarke and Randy Sleeper also made significant contributions. The new amenity will serve the field for many years to come and is one of the finest press box / concession facilities in the state.
 

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