The Corvallis Knights defeated the Bend Elks 8-1 in a thrilling game at Goss Stadium on August 3, adding to their 38-12 season record. Despite their valiant attempts, the Elks could not break the Knights’ winning streak. 

Corvallis began the game with a productive offensive performance, scoring three runs in the first inning while holding the Elks scoreless. This early advantage set the tone for the rest of the game.

Despite their efforts to stage a comeback, the Elks could not penetrate the Knights’ defense. The Knights continued to seize any opportunity the Elks attempted, with crucial performances across the board. 

One of the game’s standout players was Thomas Ferroggiaro, who stole five of the Knights’ 13 stolen bases. This display of base-stealing earned him Player of the Game.

The excitement wasn’t limited to the field. During the fourth inning, fans were treated to a lighthearted bubble race between innings. Participants wore inflatable bubble balls, bringing a fun and unusual element to the game that entertained the audience.

The Knights maintained their lead throughout the game, scoring when needed. Despite the Elks’ short breakthrough in the fifth inning, when they scored their first run, the Knights were able to answer back with three more runs of their own, advancing the score to 6-1. 

The Elks’ hopes for a comeback were dashed in the eighth inning when Luke Reece, relief pitcher, was ejected for arguing with the umpire, adding a dramatic turn to the game.

The Knights secured their victory with two more runs in the eighth inning, bringing the score to 8-1. Neither team scored further in the ninth inning, and the Knights clinched the win, much to the delight of the 2,953 fans in attendance.

As a fitting finale to an exciting game, the night concluded with a fireworks show over the field, giving the Knights’ victory an air of celebration.

This victory highlights the Knights’ performance this season, and supporters eagerly anticipate their next game against the Elks on Sunday, August 4.