The Topeka Golden Giants defeated the Junction City Brigade 11-5 in the opening game of the Cowdin Cup championship series in Topeka Thursday night. The score was reported on the Mid Plains League web site.

The Golden Giants lead the best two-out-of-three games series 1-0. Game two is Friday night at 7 p.m. at Rathert Field in Junction City. The series will determine the champion of the Mid Plains League.