Sadly, Newbury Park Adventist is still looking for their first win of the season after five matches. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 19-9 walloping at the hands of the Cate Rams on Wednesday. One positive for Newbury Park Adventist, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
For Cate's part, Andrew Tanner was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Tanner was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Quinn Pullen, who scored four runs and stole five bases while getting on base in five of his six plate appearances. Peter Lehman was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-5.
Newbury Park Adventist's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Cate, they pushed their record up to 6-3 with that victory, which was their third straight on the road.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Newbury Park Adventist will stay at home for another game and welcome Loma Linda Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Loma Linda Academy will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Newbury Park Adventist surely won't give up without a fight. As for Cate, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Bishop Diego at 4:00 p.m. Cate is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 10.2 runs per game this season.
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