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Labonte Wins Second Straight WCC Freshman of the Week Honor

SAN BRUNO, Calif. – Portland Pilots freshman pitcher Will Labonte earned his second straight WCC Freshman of the Week honor after a stellar start against the Seattle U Redhawks. It's the fourth time a Pilot has earned WCC Player of the Week honors this season.
 
Labonte started and pitched well in Portland's lone win of the weekend against Seattle U. Labonte went six innings for the Pilots, matching a career high, and allowed no runs and just two hits. Labonte struck out six batters as well. It's the fourth time Labonte has allowed no runs in four innings pitched or more.
 
Labonte has pitched like one of the best freshmen in the country. He earned Perfect Game Midseason All-American Second Team honors as well as WCC Freshman of the Week last week after another strong start. Labonte has gone 3-0 in eight appearances this year, throwing a team-high 42.1 innings with a 1.70 ERA and 36 strikeouts. Labonte's ERA leads the conference and ranks 20th in the nation. Nationally, he ranks second among all freshmen. He's the only WCC player to allow fewer than 10 runs this season.
 
The Pilots sit at 19-10 and 5-3 in WCC play, with a showdown against the 21st ranked Oregon Ducks on Wednesday, April 8 at Joe Etzel Field. First pitch is set for 5 p.m. Check PortlandPilots.com for tickets, live stats and video options.
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