Garrett Hampson continued to play spectacular defense and show his offensive abilities in Game 4 of the Reno High Fall World Series. Hampson drove in 2 runs and with the help of teammate, R.J. Bush, the Reds took a commanding 3 to 1 game lead in the series. Bush, a power hitting lefty, was perfect at the plate with 3 quality at­bats. He had an RBI single, a single to right field, a walk, and 2 stolen bases.

Both the Grays and the Reds scored early as both teams combined for 6 runs over the first two innings. Daniel Hickox­Young was the starting pitcher for the Reds, and Grant Kukuk was the starting pitcher for the Grays. Justin Watland provided some good middle relief and was able to pick up the win for the Reds. Senior right hander Austin Smith came on in the 7th inning and got the save.

The Grays, down 6 – 5 going into the 7″‘ inning, made it interesting by loading the bases with 2 outs. Freshman outfielder Tristan Buggs then flew out to left field to end the game. Freshman shortstop Garrett Taylor also had an impressive day by getting 2 hits and driving in 2 runs. Other exceptional performances were turned in by Graham Macmillan and Jake Clark who both had 2 hits each for the Grays. The Series will continue tomorrow in Game 5. R.J. Bush and Vinnie Koei have been named the starting pitchers for their respective teams.

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