Cougars romp Riverside

The Cougars broke out the big sticks in the third inning to claim a 16-1 win over host Riverside Thursday at Caraway.

Logan Buck led the game-breaking charge, sending a three-run shot into the Land of No Return during the crucial inning to spark a 12-run third inning. Rector had trailed 2-1 going into the frame, but would only have to look back for the remaining two innings of the run-ruled outing.

Buck came away with the win, allowing a run on three hits while ringing up three and walking three in five innings.

Buck finished 2-3 with 3 RBIs from his homerun. James Bradshaw, Justin Duke, Clinton Haley and Cody Hager all finished 2-3 with two RBIs each for the Cougars. Dalton Shaw was 1-3 with an RBI.

With the win, Rector improved to 7-6 overall and 6-3 in 2A-3 league play.

The Cougars games at Monette Monday and Bay on Tuesday were called due to rain. Rector is slated to take part in the district tournament at Monette beginning Friday.