It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Mission Vista ultimately got the result they hoped for on Thursday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 3-2 victory over the Vista Panthers. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win Mission Vista has posted against Vista since May 15, 2021.
Newten Burnside
| 03/31/25 vs Hemet | 3 |
| 03/10/25 vs Elsinore | 3 |
| 03/21/25 @ Ramona | 2 |
| 04/10/25 vs Vista | 1 |
| 04/03/25 vs San Dieguito Academy | 1 |
Newten Burnside spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on five hits and racked up eight Ks. He also tossed a walk, which is notable because Mission Vista is 2-1 when he allows at most two walks, but 1-10 otherwise.
At the plate, Mission Vista saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Raymond Ochylski, who went 1-for-2 with one double. Breylon Hearn also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
Mission Vista's victory bumped their record up to 3-11. As for Vista, their defeat dropped their record down to 7-6.
Looking ahead, Mission Vista will face off against Westview at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Wolverines' pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so Mission Vista's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Vista, they will square off against Rancho Buena Vista at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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