Immokalee scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Naples Classical Academy an 18-0 shutout. Perhaps unsurprisingly given the team's high-flying offense, the game also marked the team's biggest win of the season.
Aaron Yzgurrie made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). Yzgurrie was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-2.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jassik Trevino, who went 2-for-2 with a home run, two runs, and a stolen base. Aiden Puente was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-2.
The victory got Immokalee back to even at 4-4. As for Naples Classical, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Immokalee will face off against East Lee County at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. East Lee County is coming into the matchup with three straight wins at home, so Immokalee will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Naples Classical, they are on the road again on Friday to play Marco Island Academy at 6:00 p.m.
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