It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Constitution had no problem doing just that on Thursday. They blew past Nueva Esperanza 15-4. Constitution's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
The team relied heavily on Jacob Nissley, who scored four runs and stole two bases while getting on base in four of his six plate appearances. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last six times he's played. Jayden Gordy was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in five of his six plate appearances.
Constitution's victory bumped their record up to 4-8. As for Nueva Esperanza, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-9-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Constitution will face off against Central at 3:15 p.m. on Monday. As for Nueva Esperanza, they will head out on the road to square off against Archbishop Wood at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Archbishop Wood's pitching crew has only allowed 3.9 runs per game this season, so Nueva Esperanza's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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