San Carlos had lost six straight at home, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 0-14 to make it seven. They came up short against the Duncan Wildkats, falling 17-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Wildkats this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 14-3 back in March.
As for Duncan, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 9-5. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Duncan's part, Ethan Hernandez made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 11 over four innings pitched. Hernandez also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Duncan is 7-2 when he allows at most two earned runs, but 2-3 otherwise. Hernandez was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with four runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in March of 2024.
In other batting news, Duncan got a massive performance out of Isaac Harris, who went 3-for-5 with three stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. Harris has become a key player for the Wildkats: the team is 7-2 when he posts at least two runs, but 2-3 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Taygan Jensen, who went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. San Carlos will welcome Lincoln Prep at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Duncan, they will face off against Patagonia at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday. The Wildkats are facing the Lobos at the right time seeing as the Lobos are stuck on a 12-game losing streak.
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