Verdugo Hills was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They took a 9-5 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Mira Mesa Marauders.
Ozzie Berkowitz was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
On Mira Mesa's side, Danny Underwood made a splash no matter where he played. He struck out six batters over six innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off seven hits. Underwood has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Underwood was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Nathaniel Widelski was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and a triple. Khalil Graham was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2.
Verdugo Hills' loss dropped their record down to 7-7. As for Mira Mesa, the victory got them back to even at 7-7.
Verdugo Hills will head out on the road to face off against Otay Ranch at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Mira Mesa, they have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome San Ysidro at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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