The Atlantic Trojans hung around on Friday night against the Creston Panthers and seized their opportunity in their last at bat. With the bases loaded and one out Nile Petersen came up with a big drive to left center field to bring home two runs and win the game for Atlantic 6-5.

The Trojans were down two runs heading into their final frame. Grant Sturm got the rally started with a single, Chase McLaren was hit by pitch, and Brody O’Brien was walked to load up the bases. Gunner Kirchoff drew a walk to bring home Sturm and the Trojans were within a run. Petersen then came through with the big double to give Atlantic their second win of the year.

After the game Petersen said, “It felt good to be in that position and get it done. We have been doing this all year, hanging close in games, and it feels great to get the win. This should give us some mojo going into next week.”

Chase McLaren started the game for Atlantic on the mound. He went 3 2/3 innings and struck out 6. Colin Mullenix came on to finish the game and struck out 5.

Atlantic improves to 2-5 on the season. Creston falls to 1-7 on the year. The Trojans will start next week with two home games on Monday and Tuesday.