Monticello came into Tuesday's game having lost 13 straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They were the clear victor by a 22-3 margin over Non Varsity Opponent. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for Monticello considering their two-run performance the contest before.
Triston Felix was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Felix has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts every time he's pitched this season. Felix was also big at the plate, getting on base in all five of his plate appearances with three runs, four RBI, and a double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Arturo Guitierrez, who scored five runs and stole two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Kooper Nielson, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 3-for-4.
Monticello made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-2. As for Non Varsity Opponent, they dropped their record down to 38-47-3 with that defeat, which was their third straight on the road.
Monticello will look to defend their home field on Friday against Duchesne at 2:00 p.m. Duchesne is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.2 runs per game this season. As for Non Varsity Opponent, they didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 5-1 loss vs. Oak Ridge Military Academy on the 26th.
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