UIC College Prep extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 1-7-1 in the process. They came up short against the Noble Street College Prep Golden Tigers, falling 12-1. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Golden Tigers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 11-5 on Monday.
Tristan Pierre made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run and two stolen bases. Another player making a difference was Wyatt Jones, who went 1-for-2 with three stolen bases.
As for Noble Street College Prep, they pushed their record up to 7-6 with the victory, which was their third straight at home. Considering they have won five matchups by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
On Noble Street College Prep's side, Ethan Gallegos made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out 11 batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Gallegos has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, earning one run and two stolen bases.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Michael Santiago, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. Noble Street College Prep is undefeated when Santiago posts two or more runs, but 3-6 otherwise. Alexander Bonilla was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. UIC College Prep will get a bit of extra time to process the defeat as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Juarez at 4:30 p.m. on May 12. As for Noble Street College Prep, they will take on Fasman Yeshiva at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Fasman Yeshiva will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something Noble Street College Prep surely won't give up without a fight.
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