Erik Lunde had two extra base hits, sparking the Ballantyne Smokies (17-10) to an 8-4 victory in seven innings over the Lake Norman Copperheads (14-12) on Wednesday at Hopewell HS.
He singled in the third inning and doubled in the fourth and sixth innings.Joe Bertone racked up two RBIs on one hit for the Lake Norman Copperheads. He homered in the fourth inning.
Lou Trosch recorded his first win of the year for the Ballantyne Smokies. He allowed four runs over five innings. Trosch struck out four, walked none and gave up five hits.
Aaron Spano couldn't get it done on the hill for the Lake Norman Copperheads, taking a loss. He lasted just three innings, walked one, struck out one, and allowed five runs.
The Ballantyne Smokies were sparked by Lunde and Graham Ramos, who teamed up for five hits and three RBIs.