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Show Orem Tigers beat Vikings, head to state OREM Viewmont High's baseball season came to a close on Friday here as the Orem Tigers put together an 8-3 victory over the Vikings in the first round of the 4-A state baseball playoffs. Travis Cullimore started the game for the Vikings and later was relieved by Corey Stokes. The Tigers jumped on the Vikings Vik-ings early and built up a 6-1 lead at one point. "I wouldn't mind playing them (Orem) again," said Viewmont's Wade Bender, "They just didn't impress me that much." Jim Bender, Jimmy Allen and Paul James all collected hits against Orem and all scored a run apiece against the Tigers. , "I'm proud of the kids," said Bender, "They battled and stuck in there. It was a pleasure working with these kids this year." |