The Okotoks Dawgs (1-1) jumped out to an early lead, but were unable to hold on and lost 3-2 to the Medicine Hat Mavericks (1-1) on Saturday.

While the Okotoks Dawgs led until the fourth inning, the Medicine Hat Mavericks worked their way back and took the lead on a groundout by Bubba Dotson.

Levi Westerlund looked sharp on the mound. The Okotoks Dawgs managed just three hits off of Westerlund, who allowed one earned run, walked four and struck out four during his six innings of work.

Tyler Hollick got on base two times in the game for the Okotoks Dawgs. He singled in the first inning.

Connor Russell (0-1) was the game's losing pitcher. He lasted just 5 2/3 innings, walked two, struck out none, and allowed three runs.