Bernie, Missouri - The Mules took the sting out of the Hornets on Friday evening beating Holcomb 13-3 in five innings.

Fifth inning runs put the nail in the coffee when the Mules earned six runs scoring on an RBI single by Alex Guzman, a walk by Nate Dillinger, a stolen home by Wyatt Barnett, a sacrifice fly by Jayce Burk and an error.

Bernie jumped out to an early lead in the first inning scoring on a Jayce Burk single. He stole 2nd base and finally rounded the bases for home. 

The Hornets scored three runs taking the lead; but the Mules kicked it up a notch and managed to grab the lead back in a strong fourth inning show.  They went up for good on a two-run double by Dillinger off Josh Watson (Hornets Pitcher) bring home Corbin Hunt and Alex Guzman.  Dillinger racked up three RBIs on one hit.

Dalton Hobgood got the win for the Bernie Mules varsity.  He allowed three runs over five innings, struck out four, walked one and surrendered six hits.

Watson of Holcomb was charged with the loss. He allowed 13 runs in four inning, walked three and struck out only one Mule.
 
The Bernie Mules will be back in action on Tuesday night when they host the Campbell Camels at 4:30 p.m.