Northridge Academy's found some homefield redemption this week after a overtime loss to Lakeview Charter on Monday. Northridge Academy came out on top in a nail-biter against the Triumph Charter Jaguars, sneaking past 6-5. This was payback for the Pumas, who suffered a 7-5 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Jesse Caballero was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing three bases while going 1-for-3.
Aaron Hernandez
| 03/10/25 vs Triumph Charter | 5 |
| 04/22/24 vs Sherman Oaks CES | 4 |
| 04/05/24 @ Fulton | 3 |
| 02/23/24 vs Lakeview Charter | 3 |
| 02/28/25 @ Lakeview Charter | 2 |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Aaron Hernandez, who scored two runs and stole five bases while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances. Those five stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was John Ayad, who scored a run and stole three bases.
Northridge Academy's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Triumph Charter, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-4 record this season.
Northridge Academy wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next contest, a 12-2 loss against Fulton on the 19th. Triumph Charter has also already played their next game (against Community Charter), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing.
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