Kalispell A splits doubleheader with Mission Valley.

MISSION VALLEY – In a high scoring affair, the Kalispell A Lakers were able to fend off a fierce comeback attempt by the Mission Valley Mariners and win the game, 12-11.

The Lakers were up 12-2 heading into the bottom of the sixth, thanks in part to three RBIs each from Tait Orme and Tanner Votja. The Mariners made their move in their half of the sixth, scoring four to keep the game alive. 

After the first two hitters reached base, Cody Haggard lined a triple to centerfield to score two and later scored on an RBI fielder’s choice. Landon Shoemake hit a triple to score a run and cut the lead to 12-6.