Alhambra proved they can win big last Tuesday (they won by six) and on Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the American Canyon Wolves, sneaking past 6-5. The victory continues a trend for the Bulldogs in their matchups with the Wolves: they've now won three in a row.
Shane Cowperthwaite made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed four innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits. Cowperthwaite was even better at the plate, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
In other pitching news, Cooper Nixdorff looked comfortable as he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off four hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
Back at the plate, Morgan Tran was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing Two bases. while going 2-for-4. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played. Joaquin 'Kiki' Henriquez also deserves some recognition as he got his first hits of the season.
Bulldogs
| 03/13/25 vs American Canyon | 12 |
| 03/11/25 @ St. Joseph Notre Dame | 8 |
| 03/08/25 @ Harbor | 11 |
| 03/04/25 @ Miramonte | 8 |
| 03/01/25 @ Marin Catholic | 3 |
| + 9 more games |
Alhambra kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in April of 2024.
Alhambra's record now sits at 5-2. As for American Canyon, they now have a losing record of 3-4.
Looking ahead, Alhambra will welcome Monte Vista at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for American Canyon, they will head out on the road to square off against De Anza at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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