Vauxhall, AB

The VAB Jets opened their home slate vs University of Calgary Dinos on a cool and rainy weekend.  Game 1 saw the Jets get behind 4-0 early following a tough start from Zach Mayo.  Luc Hebert came in and was outstanding going 4 2/3 innings allowing 2 hits, 0 runs with 3 K’s and 2 BB’s to earn the victory.  Jesse Borden earned the save going 2 innings allowing 1 hit with 2 BB’s a K.  Offensively, the Jets were led by Konner Lutz who was 2 for 4 with a 3 run HR.  Mitch McGeein was 2 for 3 with an RBI.  Chris Thibideau was 2 for 2 with a run scored.  Dan Moro, Matt Benn and Devan Thomas pitched in with 1 hit each.

Game 2 saw the Jets again get down early with another tough start to the game.  Tanner Spencer took the loss going 2 innings allowing 3 hits, 5 runs but only 2 earned with 6 BB’s and 3 K’s.  Brandon Radmacher was outstanding out of the bullpen going 4 innings allowing 0 hits, 3 BB’s and 4 K’s.  Devan Thomas finished the game with 1 inning and 2 K’s.  The offence was led by Konner Lutz, Jason Field and Mitch McGeein who all had 1 hit each for a double.

The split pushes the Jets record to 4-1 overall.  Next action is tomorrow at 12 noon vs U of C Dinos @ Jets Stadium weather permitting.