The Decatur fastpitch team has had a strong opening to its season, going undefeated in the Gators’ first three games.

Decatur kicked things off March 12 as the Gators defeated Mount Rainier 17-4 in a non-league match. The Gators then battled it out with Kentlake March 19, sliding by the Falcons, 13-12. Decatur led throughout most of the game, and the Gators carried a solid 13-6 lead through the top of the seventh. The Falcons mounted a comeback in the bottom, but the Gators were able to shut down the inning after giving up six runs.

The Gators were solid March 20, however, when they shutout Kent Meridian 24-0.

With Thursday’s match against Hazen rescheduled, weather permitting, the Gators will next take the field at 7 p.m. March 23 at Auburn Riverside.

Decatur freshman catcher Krailyn Guymon waits for a pitch to reach home plate in the Gators’ 13-12 nonleague win over the Kentlake Falcons Monday afternoon. The Gators remain undefeated after their first three games. SARAH BRENDEN, Kent Reporter