Patriot proved they can win big last Tuesday (they won by seven) and on Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They had just enough and edged out the Norte Vista Braves 7-6. That's the third time they've managed to beat them this season, with their most recent win being a 8-1 victory last Tuesday.
Noah Leon was excellent, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Patriot hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least five batters in 13 consecutive matchups.
Warriors
| 04/10/25 vs Norte Vista | 7-6 |
| 04/01/25 vs Jurupa Valley | 8-7 |
| 03/26/25 vs Norte Vista | 3-2 |
| 03/18/25 vs Rubidoux | 14-0 |
Patriot's victory was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 10-8. The home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.0 runs over those games. As for Norte Vista, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last eight games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-11 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Patriot will head out to take on Arrowhead Christian at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed 3.7 runs per game this season, so the Warriors' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Norte Vista, they will head out on the road to face off against Ramona at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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