If Western was feeling good fresh off their 11-1 takedown of Coral Springs Charter last Wednesday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Western Wildcats fell just short of the Taravella Trojans by a score of 4-2 on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Wildcats have suffered since February 22, 2024.
Everett Suazo
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Everett Suazo was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. On the mound, he tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2. He also stole a stolen base, marking his first of the season.
In other pitching news, Western got a good showing from Matt Rivera, who pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Rivera has been consistent : he hasn't given up more than two hits any time he's pitched this season.
Suazo wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Taisuky Rodriguez, who went 1-for-4 with one stolen base and one RBI. Julius Rodriguez also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
Western's loss ended a four-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 5-3. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 8.2 runs. As for Taravella, their record now sits at 5-1.
Coming up, Western will welcome JC Bermudez Doral at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. Western's pitching crew has only allowed 3.9 runs per game this season, so JC Bermudez Doral's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Taravella, they will head out to square off against Monsignor Pace at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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