Nova's found some homefield redemption this week after a overtime loss to NSU University on Tuesday. Nova blew past the Dr. Joaquin Garcia Bulldogs 8-1. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Titans also won the last time the pair played back in March of 2024.
Billy Linder looked comfortable as he tossed 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits any time he's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Nova let Allan Cruz and Jaiden Delgado run wild. Cruz scored two runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-3, while Delgado scored two runs and stole four bases while going 3-for-3. That's the most runs Delgado has posted since back in February. The team also got some help courtesy of Cody Kunca, who scored a run while going 3-for-4.
Nova kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least nine hits in three consecutive matchups.
Titans
| 03/25/25 vs Dr. Joaquin Garcia | 8-1 |
| 03/20/25 vs Mater Lakes Academy | 5-4 |
| 03/18/25 vs Coral Springs | 1-0 |
Nova's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 10-7. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.7 runs on average over those games. As for Dr. Joaquin Garcia, the loss snapped their winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 10-9 record.
Looking ahead, Nova will welcome Pembroke Pines Charter at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Dr. Joaquin Garcia, they will venture away from home to square off against NSU University at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. NSU University will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something Dr. Joaquin Garcia surely won't give up without a fight.
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