After only one run in their last contest, Veritas Prep made sure to put some runs up on the board against Lincoln Prep on Monday. Everything went the Veritas Prep Falcons' way against the Lincoln Prep Lightning as the Veritas Prep Falcons made off with a 12-2 victory. Considering the Falcons' hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Logan Cortes was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching 2.2 innings while giving up just one earned run but no hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one earned run any time he's pitched this season. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two RBI.
In other batting news, Tico Lentz was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing Three bases. while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. What's more, he posted two RBI, the most he's had since back in April of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Baylor Arnold, who scored a run and stole Three bases. while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Veritas Prep always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .564. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Lincoln Prep only posted an OBP of .321.
Veritas Prep now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Lincoln Prep, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. It'll be a Battle of the Birds when Veritas Prep Falcons face off against Scottsdale Christian Academy Eagles at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. As for Lincoln Prep, they will head out on the road to challenge Phoenix Christian at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday. Phoenix Christian knows how to get runs on the board -- the team has finished with ten runs or more in their past four matchups -- so hopefully Lincoln Prep likes a good challenge.
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