Merritt and Flodstrom toss a no-hitter

PORT ANGELES — Brody Merritt and Ethan Flodstrom combined to throw a no-hitter and strike out 10 batters to lead Athlete’s Choice to a 13-0 win against First Federal of Port Angeles in Olympic Junior Babe Ruth action.

Flodstrom and Alex Lamb had three hits apiece to lead Athlete’s Choice at the plate. Brayden Phegley and Derek Hinsdale also contributed two hits apiece. Merritt, Tristin Dodson and Bryce Lauderback also had hits.

Athlete’s Choice ends its regular season with a 7-7 record and will play in the league’s playoff tournament.

Elks doubles Eagles

PORT ANGELES — Elks doubled up Eagles 8-4 Thursday in a 12U Cal Ripken baseball game.

Winning pitcher Seth Woods tossed four innings of two-hit ball while striking out six and allowing only one run.

Elks’ offense was led by Jake Jacobsen, who had two hits and reached base on all four of his plate appearances. Jaeden Platt also belted a ground-rule double when his drive to center field came up just short of the fence but bounced over on a hop.

Austin Sage hit a double to pace Eagles’ offense.

Back to title game

PORT ANGELES — Paint and Carpet Barn won its third consecutive regular season championship by defeating PA Power 14-7 in 12U softball play.

Lucah Folden earned her seventh win on the mound.

Jada Cargo led the offensive attack, going 3 for 3 with two runs and four RBIs.

Katelyn Glass also went 3 for 3 with a double, and Destiny Smith was 2 for 2 with an RBI.

PA Power was led by Maddie Massman, who went 2 for 3, driving in three runs and scoring two more.

Anna Gentry was 2 for 2 with a walk and two runs.

Paint and Carpet Barn will play in the 12U softball city championship at Lincoln Park on Thursday at 6 p.m.