The Hays Larks open the 2011 season by splitting a doubleheader with the Denver Cougars, winning the opener 7-2 before dropping the nightcap 11-7.

In game one, Mackenzie Handel hit a two-out, bases loaded double in the first to put the Larks up 3-0. Cody Gougler and Cam Brown add three hits each. Gougler hit a solo homerun in the fifth inning. Nick Goza picks up the win in relief, pitching two scoreless innings after starter Andy Lewton pitched three innings.

In the second game, Denver scores all 11 runs in the third. The Larks tallied five runs in the seventh, including two-run homers from Tito Andino and Nathan Orf. Brown also homered in the game.

The Larks and Cougars wrap up the series tonight. First pitch is at 7pm at Larks Park.

Interviews and Highlights:
Frank Leo Postgame 6-5-11
Player Profile: Sean Wilson 6-5-11
Highlights from Denver DH 6-5-11