The Mariners opened their season hosting an exhibition game against the Mooresville All Americans, falling in a close one. 9-7, at Calfee Park Sunday afternoon.

LHP Wander Marte had a rough start for the Mariners, only getting through 2/3 innings striking out two, but allowing  four runs.

Leadoff man James Zamarripa had himself a day going 3-for-3 with a walk, two singles, and a triple.  Another notable performance came from RHP Lars Huijer, who came in for relief striking out the side in the last inning.  

Pulaski posted seven runs on 13 hits to Mooresville’s nine runs on only seven hits.  Walks were the achilles heel for the Mariners, but hopefully this will change before the home opener on Tuesday June 19, when they play host to Burlington at 7 p.m. at Calfee Park to start the 2012 season.