Fort Lupton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They lost 13-3 to the Olathe Pirates.
Javier Ortiz
| 03/26/25 vs Platte Canyon | 4 |
| 03/12/25 vs Thornton | 4 |
| 04/05/25 vs Olathe | 3 |
| 04/04/25 @ Middle Park | 1 |
Javier Ortiz made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole three bases while going 2-for-2. He has become a key player for Fort Lupton: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 1-4 otherwise. Jesse Ceretto also deserves some recognition as he hit his first triple of the season.
Fort Lupton's defeat dropped their record down to 3-5. As for Olathe, their record is now 8-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Fort Lupton will head out to challenge Jefferson at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Bluedevils' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Saints have averaged an impressive 6.9 runs per game this season. As for Olathe, they will head out on the road to take on Cedaredge at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Bruins will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Pirates surely won't give up without a fight.
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