Payton College Prep took a ten-run loss the last time they faced off against Whitney Young, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Grizzlies won by a run and slipped past the Dolphins 3-2. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Grizzlies.
Sam Merrill
| 04/08/26 vs Taft | 6 |
| 04/22/26 @ Von Steuben | 3 |
| 04/15/26 vs Lane Tech | 3 |
| 03/31/26 @ Niles West | 2 |
| 03/28/26 @ Leo | 2 |
| + 1 more games |
Sam Merrill made a big impact no matter where he played. He struck out six batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits (and only one walk). He also tossed a walk, which is notable because Payton College Prep is 4-1 when he allows at most two walks, but 6-7-1 otherwise. Merrill was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with one triple, one run, and one RBI.
Payton College Prep's victory bumped their record up to 10-8-1. As for Whitney Young, their record now sits at 12-9.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Payton College Prep will take on rival Ogden International at 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Whitney Young is set to face off against their familiar foe Taft at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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