University Prep had to kick off their season on the road on Tuesday, but they showed no ill effects. Everything went their way against Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy as the University Prep Jaguars made off with an 18-2 win. The Jaguars have seen this before: they got the W the last time they saw Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy, too.
Ricky Gonzalez
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Ricky Gonzalez was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched three innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits. That's the fewest hits he has allowed since back in March of 2024. He was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing five bases while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in stolen bases.
In other batting news, Angel Herrera was a standout: he scored three runs and stole five bases while going 4-for-5. Baxter Anderson was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing four bases while going 2-for-3.
University Prep always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .571. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy only posted an OBP of .290.
University Prep will have a chance to go back-to-back against Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday.
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