Early offense from Leander too much for Rebs

Early offense from the Leander Lions was too much for the Hays Rebels (14-7) to overcome in a narrow 5-4 loss March 29.

The game capped off a doubleheader between the two district teams, with the Rebels closing the day 1-1 against Leander. The third and final game of the series was played Tuesday.

Hays dominated Leander 10-0 in the first game of the series. For the second game, the Rebels sent Drew Cooper to the mound.