Good start for Ranch swimmers

Lakewood Ranch's girls and boys swim teams began the fall on a fine note, sweeping Port Charlotte during Wednesday's season-opening meet.
The girls knocked off the Pirates 195-91 on the strength of Rebekah Baker, who had a hand in four wins. Baker placed first in the 100-meter butterfly (1:05.35) and the 100 backstroke (1:04.19) and swam a leg on two victorious relays. Regan Sauer won the 200 freestyle (2:09.19) and joined Baker on the 200 freestyle relay.
The boys meet was a bit closer, with the Mustangs winning 123-112. John Silvers won the 200 freestyle (1:56.81) and 500 freestyle (5:03.6), and swam a leg on the winning 200 freestyle relay team.
The Mustangs return to action Saturday, Sept. 19 at the Tarpon Invitational.