Leonard hadn't done well against Somerset Academy - Canyons recently (they were 0-9 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Lancers walked away with a 4-1 win over the Cougars. This was a revenge game for the Lancers: when they faced off against the Cougars back in February, they had to take a 8-2 loss.
Lemay Cortina
| 03/05/26 vs Somerset Academy - Canyons | 14 |
| 02/26/26 @ Atlantic | 13 |
| 02/10/26 vs Atlantic | 8 |
Lemay Cortina spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered a run (which was unearned) on six hits and racked up 14 Ks. Leonard is undefeated when Cortina posts eight or more strikeouts, but 1-3 otherwise.
On the hitting side, Guillermo Martinez-Vazquez was excellent, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one double. Valentin Fernandez also deserves some recognition as he hit his first triple of the season.
Leonard now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Somerset Academy - Canyons, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-8 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Leonard will host Dr. Joaquin Garcia at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Somerset Academy - Canyons, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against King's Academy at 3:30 p.m. The Lions' pitching crew has only allowed 4.1 runs per game this season, so the Cougars' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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