The Everglades City Gators will challenge the Donahue Catholic Shamrocks at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Everglades City is looking for their season's first victory.
Everglades City came up short against Mason Classical Academy on Monday, falling 18-3.
Donahue Catholic never got on the board in their matchup on Wednesday, but that sure wasn't the case in their game against Moore Haven last Friday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 17-16 win over the Terriers.
Clement Valle was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing six bases while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. Those six stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Nico Baalman was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing five bases while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
Donahue Catholic kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 16 hits. They are a perfect 5-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
Everglades City's loss dropped their record down to 0-7. As for Donahue Catholic, the victory got them back to even at 5-5.
Wednesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Everglades City has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .479. However, it's not like Donahue Catholic struggles in that department as they've averaged .542. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Everglades City might still be hurting after the 26-3 defeat they got from Donahue Catholic when the teams last played back in March. Can the Gators avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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