Nick Fuchs started on the mound for Paynesville. Fuchs pitched four strong innings earning the victory for Paynesville. Fuchs only gave up two hits and one earned run while striking out six for Paynesville.
Brian Hartmann led the Bulldogs offensively going 4-4 with a home run, a triple, and six RBIs.
Paynesville jumped out to an early lead scoring seven runs in the first inning, highlighted by Hartmann’s three- run home run.
The Bulldogs were able to hold Willmar to just two runs, with great pitching and defense.
Paynesville’s record is 1-0.