After low-scoring totals in their previous four contests, Palmer Ridge brought some dynamite into their most recent game. They were the clear victors by an 18-3 margin over the Coronado Cougars on Wednesday. The victory was some much needed relief for the Bears as it spelled an end to their seven-game losing streak.
Luke Weaver
| 04/02/25 @ Coronado | 8 |
| 03/22/25 vs Mead | 4 |
| 03/08/24 @ Grand Junction Central | 4 |
| 05/10/24 vs Discovery Canyon | 3 |
| 05/03/24 vs Pine Creek | 3 |
Luke Weaver made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over 5.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. Those eight strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also big at the plate, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. He also put up a triple, which was his first of the season.
In other batting news, Luke Vandenbussche was a standout: he got on base in four of his five plate appearances with one triple, one run, and one RBI. What's more, he posted two hits, the most he's had since back in April of 2024. Beckett Goss also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
Palmer Ridge always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .550. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Palmer Ridge's win bumped their record up to 2-8. As for Coronado, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 2-9.
Coming up, Palmer Ridge will take on Vista Ridge at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Coronado, they will square off against Pueblo Centennial at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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