Lewiston, ME - The Colby College Mules (23-8) lost to the Bates College Bobcats (12-15) in their Friday afternoon matchup. The Mules (7-3 in NESCAC) and Bobcats (3-7 in NESCAC) battled it out over nine innings, with Bates emerging victorious by a final score of 9-3.

Key Takeaways:

• Marcus Forrester hit a solo home run to left center field in the third inning.
• Brady O'Brien scored on a Patrick McConnell single up the middle in the fourth inning.
• Ryan Grace hit a sacrifice fly to center field in the ninth inning. Patrick Shrake scored on the play.
• Nicholas Thompson earned the start for the Mules, tossing 3.1 innings while striking out three.
• Greg Levin tossed two innings in relief, allowing only one hit.

The Mules and the Bobcats will duel again on Saturday, April 27, playing a doubleheader in Waterville. The first pitch is scheduled for noon.