PORTLAND, Ore. (Interstat) — William Labonte pitched six strong innings and Cole Katayama-Stall homered as the Portland Pilots defeated the Saint Mary’s Gaels 6-1 on Sunday evening at Joe Etzel Field.

Labonte allowed one earned run on seven hits over six frames, striking out five to earn the win. The Pilots’ offense provided early support with a three-run first inning. Katayama-Stall went 2 for 3, including a solo homer in the eighth, and drove in two runs. Designated hitter Gage Bruce added three RBIs for Portland.

The Gaels, who out-hit the Pilots 9-7, scored their lone run on an RBI single by Jared Mettam in the second inning but grounded into two double plays. Portland improved to 17-8 overall, while Saint Mary’s fell to .500 at 13-13.