Sotomayor took a 13-run defeat the last time they faced off against East Central, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The WILDCATS skirted past the Hornets 6-5. Winning may never get old, but the WILDCATS sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
Wes Guardiola and Kolaiah Staten were major factors no matter where they played. Throwing, Guardiola pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Staten pitched six innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off four hits. Guardiola has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances. At the plate, Guardiola went 3-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base, while Staten went 2-for-4 with one home run. That home run marked the first that Guardiola has launched this season.
In other batting news, Noah Reyes was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. He also scored a run, marking his first of the season.
Sotomayor lost a few balls and finished the game with three home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.
WILDCATS
| 04/17/25 @ East Central | 6-5 |
| 04/15/25 @ Veterans Memorial | 10-4 |
| 04/12/25 @ Smithson Valley | 9-8 |
| 04/08/25 @ Warren | 10-3 |
| 04/04/25 @ Taft | 5-1 |
| + 6 more games |
Sotomayor's victory was their 11th straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 16-6-1. The road wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.9 runs over those games. As for East Central, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-15 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Sotomayor will take on Harlan at 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday. As for East Central, they will challenge Judson at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Hornets are facing the Rockets at the right time seeing as the Rockets are stuck on a ten-game losing streak.
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