Ogden International had lost six straight at home, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 9-12 to make it seven. They came up short against the Payton College Prep Grizzlies, falling 7-1. Ogden International was not able to repeat the success they had when they faced Payton College Prep earlier this season, when they won 14-6.
Ogden International saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Osiah Vega, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base and one run.
As for Payton College Prep, their record now sits at 10-14. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight games by six runs or more this season.
On Payton College Prep's side, Nathan Volkens spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered a run (which was unearned) on two hits. Volkens also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because the Grizzlies are 3-1 when he allows at most one earned run, but 7-13 otherwise.
On the hitting side, Nick Linares was excellent, going 1-for-3 with one home run. He has become a key player for Payton College Prep: the team is 3-1 when he posts at least one home run, but 7-13 otherwise. Augie Ruf was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Coming up, Ogden International will face off against Lane Tech at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Payton College Prep, they will venture away from home to square off against Latin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Romans' pitching crew has only allowed 2.6 runs per game this season, so the Grizzlies' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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