Shawnee — The Midland Monarchs scored four runs in the first inning and went on to defeat Veritas Christian, 9-5, on Friday night in the KCICI baseball tournament.

Weston Flory collected two hits, and Tucker Flory and Matt Fred had a hit apiece for the Eagles.

Veritas (21-4) will continue tournament play Monday in Shawnee.

Veritas 010 04 — 5 4 2

Midland 402 3x — 9 4 1

L — Matt Fred, 3-2.

Veritas highlights: Weston Flory 2-for-2, 2 RBIs, 2B; Tucker Flory 1-for-2, RBI; Matt Fred 1-for-2, RBI, 2B.

Veritas record: 21-4. Next for Veritas: Monday in KCICI tournament in Shawnee.