Oceanside had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They had just enough and edged the Mt. Carmel Sundevils out 5-3. This was a revenge match for Oceanside, as the team was forced to settle for a 4-0 loss when these two played last Wednesday.
Quintin Cole looked comfortable as he pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Eddie Rodriguez, who scored a run while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Will Hostetter, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
On Mt. Carmel's side, Bryce Miller made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Camden Graver was another key contributor, going 1-for-4 with a stolen base, two RBI, and a double.
Oceanside's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 12-12-2. As for Mt. Carmel, their defeat ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 15-11.
Oceanside will take on Canyon Crest Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Canyon Crest Academy is coming into the game with five straight losses on the road, meaning Oceanside will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. As for Mt. Carmel, they will face off against San Dieguito Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Mt. Carmel's pitching crew has only allowed 3.9 runs per game this season, so San Dieguito Academy's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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