Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Madison Highland Prep). They were the clear victors by a 22-3 margin over the Arete Prep CHARGERS on Friday. The high-scoring effort was just what the Heat needed considering they were shut out in their previous contest.
Rhett Clemens made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. That triple marked the first that he has hit this season.

Erik Lomeli
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In other batting news, Madison Highland Prep got a massive performance out of Erik Lomeli, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. Those three RBI gave Lomeli a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Nate Garcia, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with three stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs.
Madison Highland Prep hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their strikeout total in three consecutive games.
Madison Highland Prep now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Arete Prep, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-3.
Madison Highland Prep has already played their next matchup, a 12-3 loss against Camp Verde on the 23rd. Arete Prep has also already played their next contest (against Tempe Prep), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing.
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