Cedar Ridge had already won two in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 4.5 runs) and they went ahead and made it three on Friday. They came within a single run of losing the streak, but they secured a 6-5 W against the Hutto Hippos. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Raiders have posted since April 20, 2024.
Hudson Hartgrove was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
In other pitching news, Cedar Ridge got a great performance from Jason Mazoch as he struck out nine batters over 4.1 innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits (and only one walk). Mazoch has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
Diego Olivas
| 03/14/25 vs Hutto | 2 |
| 03/01/25 vs Victoria East | 1 |
| 04/23/24 @ McNeil | 1 |
| 04/12/24 vs Vandegrift | 1 |
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Diego Olivas, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with four RBI, two doubles, and one run. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in doubles. The team also got some help courtesy of Jake Shoemaker, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
Cedar Ridge's win bumped their record up to 9-4. As for Hutto, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last seven matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-10 record this season.
Cedar Ridge will welcome Round Rock Westwood at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Cedar Ridge's pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so Round Rock Westwood's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Hutto, they will venture away from home to square off against Manor at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Hutto is facing Manor at the right time seeing as Manor is stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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