Polytechnic got themselves on the board against Wyatt on Thursday, but Wyatt never followed suit. They put the hurt on the Chaparrals with a sharp 18-0 victory. That looming 18-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Parrots yet this season.
Hector Ruiz
| 04/09/26 @ Wyatt | 13 |
| 03/06/26 vs Temple Christian | 10 |
| 02/27/26 @ Bridgeport | 7 |
| 03/27/26 @ Trimble Tech | 6 |
| 02/25/25 @ Carter-Riverside | 5 |
Hector Ruiz made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out 13 over five innings pitched. Those 13 strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-5 with three RBI and one double. That double was his first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Adan Cerda, who went 3-for-4 with four runs, three RBI, and one triple. Polytechnic is 2-1 when Cerda posts three or more hits, but 3-14 otherwise. Nathan Acosta was another key player, getting on base in all five of his plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Polytechnic always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .682. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Polytechnic's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-15. As for Wyatt, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 14 of their last 15 contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-17 record this season.
Polytechnic will venture away from home to challenge North Side at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Steers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 7.93 runs per game on average), something the Parrots will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Wyatt, they will be playing in front of their home fans against South Hills at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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