While Nova didn't have the best season last year (they finished 11-16), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Gulf Coast Sharks 5-4. The win was some much needed relief for the Titans as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Jaiden Delgado was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. What's more, he gave up only zero walks, the fewest he's had since back in February of 2024. He was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
In other pitching news, Nova got a great performance from BJ Hernandez as he tossed five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off four hits. Hernandez has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, Ayden Paredes was excellent, going 2-for-4 with two RBI and one double. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Jose Palencia, who went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases.
Nova's victory bumped their record up to 7-3. As for Gulf Coast, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-5 record this season.
Nova will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Saint Andrew's at 7:00 p.m. Saint Andrew's will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something Nova surely won't give up without a fight. As for Gulf Coast, they will head out to square off against NSU University at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. NSU University is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.8 runs per game this season.
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