Central came out on top against Somerton on Saturday thanks in part to the team's impressive nine-run fourth inning. The Spartans took their matchup against the Toros 11-6.
Christopher Curiel and Sebastian Ojeda did most of the damage at the plate: Curiel went 2-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base, while Ojeda went 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. That's the most runs Ojeda has posted since back in April of 2025. Miguel Solano was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Central was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .500. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .312 or higher in 14 consecutive games dating back to last season.
Central has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 5-2-1 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.8 runs over those games. As for Somerton, they now have a losing record of 2-3.
Central wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next matchup, a 9-8 win against San Luis on the 13th. As for Somerton, they have also already played their next game, a 15-0 victory against Highland Prep on the 9th.
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