Ambassador extended their losing streak to four on Tuesday, dropping them down to 5-6. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 5-3 heartbreaker at the hands of the Animo Leadership Astic. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Lions of the 4-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2025.
As for Animo Leadership, their record now sits at 5-11. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since February 21, 2025.
For Animo Leadership's part, Mario Mendoza made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over 5.1 innings pitched. Mendoza was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with one stolen base. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played.
In other batting news, Giovanni Ulloa was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. That's the most hits he has posted since back in April of 2025. Eric Angeles was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Ambassador will head out to square off against Shalhevet at 2:15 p.m. on Thursday. As for Animo Leadership, they will take on Environmental Charter at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Astic's pitchers better be ready for this one: the White Tigers have averaged an impressive 8.7 runs per game this season.
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