Mesa Verde scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They put the hurt on the Mira Loma Matadors with a sharp 13-3 win. Winning may never get old, but Mesa Verde sure is getting used to it with their third in a row.
Kevin Pitsker was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching 2.2 innings while giving up no earned run off two hits. Pitsker was even better at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Max Biondo, who scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last four games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Orlando Ponce, who scored two runs and stole four bases while going 1-for-4.
Mesa Verde's victory bumped their record up to 6-17. As for Mira Loma, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-15.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Mesa Verde will take on Valley Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Mira Loma, they will head out on the road to square off against Woodland at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Mira Loma is facing Woodland at the right time seeing as Woodland is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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