We've got a battle between Wildcats coming up. Expect the scorekeeper to be kept busy: if their previous games are any indication, these teams will really light up the scoreboard on Thursday.
Las Vegas saw some tournament action on Wednesday. They blew past Oceanside 11-1. Considering the Wildcats have won eight matches by more than five runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
MICKEY MARTINEZ
| 04/02/25 @ Oceanside | 5 |
| 03/27/25 vs Arbor View | 3 |
| 03/17/25 vs Rancho | 3 |
| 03/13/25 vs Centennial | 2 |
| 03/06/25 vs Desert Oasis | 6 |
MICKEY MARTINEZ was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowed only one hit over six innings pitched. What's more, he posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March. He was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
In other pitching news, ADRIAN D'ANNA looked comfortable as he tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one earned run any time he's pitched this season.
Back at the plate, Las Vegas got a massive performance out of BRYDEN BULL, who went 1-for-3 with one home run and four RBI. RIAN JAIME also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Meanwhile, Brawley had to endure a seven-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They put the hurt on La Jolla with a sharp 13-4 win on Wednesday. The game was the first time the Wildcats have beaten the Vikings on their field since March 14, 2017.
Like Las Vegas, Brawley also got a great game from a two-way player: Sergio Garcia. On the mound, he tossed seven innings while giving up four earned runs off eight hits. Garcia was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. He has become a key player for Brawley: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least two runs, but 3-7 otherwise.
In other batting news, Rane Reeves was a standout: he went 3-for-5 with three doubles, two runs, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Tate Preece, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-4.
Brawley kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
Las Vegas' record now sits at 13-5. As for Brawley, their record is now 5-8.
