Sadly, Eureka is still looking for their first win of the season after five matchups. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 16-5 walloping at the hands of the Wells Leopards on Friday. One positive for Eureka, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
For Wells' part, Cesar Berumen made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out seven batters over two innings while giving up no earned run off one hit (and only one walk). Berumen has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in six consecutive pitching appearances. Berumen was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with a home run, three runs, and three RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Luis Garcia, who scored four runs and stole four bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Teagan Calton was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Eureka's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Wells, the victory (which was their ninth in a row) raised their record to 10-2.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: they beat Eureka by a score of 10-0 later that day.
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