Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask LaSalle Academy). They were the clear victors by a 16-2 margin over the Sacred Heart Irish on Monday. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 13-1 on April 1st.
Allen Guiterrez made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in April of 2024. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. He has been hot, having posted at least one stolen base the last five times he's played.
Yasser Calderon
| 04/28/25 @ Sacred Heart | 5 |
| 04/01/25 vs Sacred Heart | 3 |
| 04/11/25 vs Bishop Loughlin | 2 |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Yasser Calderon, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with three stolen bases, five runs, and two triples. He is becoming a predictor of LaSalle Academy's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 0-3 when he doesn't). Another player making a difference was Kerick Tejada, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
LaSalle Academy always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .585. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
LaSalle Academy has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a massive bump to their 3-3 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.0 runs over those games. As for Sacred Heart, they are on a nine-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4.
Coming up, LaSalle Academy will head out on the road to face off against Bishop Loughlin at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Sacred Heart, they will welcome Cathedral Prep at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Irish's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Crusaders have averaged an impressive 10.7 runs per game this season.
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