Sports : Benton defeats Vinton-Shellsburg, 5-3

Viking speedster Travis Libbert has many stolen bases; but he was out in this steal attempt.

The ball bounces of Matt DeVries' back after he was hit by a pitch Friday vs. Benton.

Grant Sagan was the Vikings' relief pitcher Friday in Van Horne.

Sophomore Darrin Charlier started the game as Vikings pitcher.

A four-run third inning, capped by a 3-run homer, gave Benton Community all the runs they would need to defeat Vinton-Shellsburg Friday.

The Bobcats defeated the Vikings in WaMaC Conference action 5-3, in a game postponed a week by rain.

Darrin Charlier was the Vikings' starting pitcher. Grant Sagan finished the game for the Vikings.