John F. Kennedy posted their closest victory since March 25, 2024 on Tuesday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Gonzales Apaches, sneaking past 3-1. The Rockets haven't had any issues with the Apaches recently, as the game was their third consecutive win against them.
MAX GARZA spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered a run (which was unearned) on four hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in eight consecutive appearances.
MARKY HERNANDEZ
| 04/01/25 @ San Antonio Memorial | 3 |
| 04/08/25 vs Gonzales | 2 |
| 02/27/25 vs Sam Houston | 2 |
| 02/17/25 vs Lanier | 2 |
At the plate, MARKY HERNANDEZ was incredible, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 3-for-3. John F. Kennedy is undefeated when HERNANDEZ posts two or more stolen bases, but 6-10 otherwise. JORGE PINA was another key player, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
The victory got John F. Kennedy back to even at 10-10. As for Gonzales, they dropped their record down to 0-19-1 with the defeat, which was their 12th straight on the road dating back to last season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. John F. Kennedy will face off against La Vernia at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Bears will roll in looking for their sixth straight win, something the Rockets surely won't give up without a fight. As for Gonzales, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Cuero at 7:00 p.m.
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