For the second straight game, Hesperia Christian will face off against Riverside Prep. The Patriots will face off against the Silver Knights at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. Hesperia Christian has given up an average of 7.9 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Hesperia Christian came into their game on Tuesday off a hard-fought close win, but unfortunately suffered a serious change of fortune. They lost 18-1 to Riverside Prep. The defeat continues a trend for the Patriots in their meetings with the Silver Knights: they've now lost three in a row.
For Riverside Prep's part, Trent Bourgeois made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out eight batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. Bourgeois has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
In other pitching news, Thomas Salazar looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in eight consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, Adrian Jorge Jr. was incredible, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April of 2024. Trevor Thompson also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Riverside Prep kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least nine hits in three consecutive contests.
Hesperia Christian's loss dropped their record down to 7-7. As for Riverside Prep, their record now sits at 10-4.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Thursday as neither team is afraid to steal. Hesperia Christian has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.3 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Riverside Prep struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 3.8 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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