University Prep stacked an 11th blowout win onto their ever-increasing hoard on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 25-5 margin over Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy. University Prep's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Jayleen Lopez spent all nine innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and two unearned) runs on eight hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Saidy Gonzalez, who fired off two home runs, six RBI, and three runs while going 4-for-4. Vic Patino was another key contributor, going 3-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI.
On Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy's side, Aaliyah Hobson was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-2. Another player making a difference was Isabell Schnack, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
The win (which was University Prep's fourth in a row) raised their record to 16-2. Those victories were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 13.8 runs per game. As for Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy, they now have a losing record at 2-3-1.
University Prep will be playing in front of their home fans against Boron at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. University Prep's pitching crew has only allowed 3.7 runs per game this season, so Boron's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy, they will head out on the road to square off against Adelanto at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday. Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy has given up an average of 10.2 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
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