The Hornell (16-6) and the Niagara (10-8) both had scoring chances on Saturday, but it was the Hornell that were able to capitalize on them as they pulled out a 7-4 win at Sal Maglie Stadium NF, NY .
The Hornell were led by Will Benenson's hitting. Benenson went 3-4, drove in one and scored one run. He tripled in the second inning and singled in the third and fifth innings.
Seth Eller was effective even in defeat, mowing down six the Hornell batters and allowing one run.
Jake Bradenberger got the win, running his season record to 2-1. He allowed two runs over five innings. He struck out eight, walked two and surrendered five hits.
Jamie Suggs (0-1) took the loss for the Niagara. He allowed six runs in three innings, walked four and struck out three.