Polytechnic not only won on Wednesday, but they posted their biggest win since April 12, 2024 (when they won 18-2). They put the hurt on the Providence Pioneers with a sharp 11-1 victory. The Panthers have beaten the Pioneers the last three times they've met, but they better watch out: this was the closest the Pioneers has come to flipping the script.
Connor Poon made a splash while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run while striking out seven over six innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in five consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with one run and one RBI.
In other batting news, Polytechnic got a massive performance out of Alejandro KohnRabassa, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. KohnRabassa is becoming a predictor of the Panthers' success: when he posts at least two runs the team is 2-1 (and 3-10 when he doesn't). Caiden Kennedy was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one home run and two runs.
Panthers
| 04/23/25 vs Providence | 56.8% |
| 04/22/25 @ Providence | 45% |
| 04/17/25 @ Rio Hondo Prep | 17.9% |
| 04/15/25 vs Rio Hondo Prep | 30% |
| 04/12/25 @ San Marino | 16.7% |
| + 18 more games |
Polytechnic always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .568. The last time their OBP was this high was back in April of 2024.
Polytechnic's record now sits at 5-11. As for Providence, they have been struggling recently as they've lost nine of their last 12 matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-11 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Polytechnic will venture away from home to challenge Cantwell-Sacred Heart of Mary at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Providence, they will head out to face off against Rio Hondo Prep at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. The Kares will roll in looking for their 13th straight win, something the Pioneers surely won't give up without a fight.
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