The Scotts Valley Falcons are taking a road trip to square off against the Monte Vista Christian Mustangs at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Monte Vista Christian took a loss in their last match and will be looking to turn the tables on Scotts Valley, who comes in off a win.
Scotts Valley had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the seven-run drubbing they dealt Aptos on Friday. Scotts Valley blew past Aptos 9-2. The win was familiar territory for the Falcons, who have now won three games in a row.
Bryce McDonnell was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run over four innings pitched. What's more, he gave up only one walk, the fewest he's had since back in May of 2024. He was also big at the plate, scoring three runs while going 1-for-3. Those three runs gave him a new career-high.
Kaleb Wing
| 03/21/25 @ Aptos | 2 |
| 05/07/24 vs San Lorenzo Valley | 1 |
| 04/30/24 vs Soquel | 1 |
| 04/09/24 @ Aptos | 1 |
| 03/21/24 @ Santa Cruz | 1 |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kaleb Wing, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Those two stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Kit Deforest also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Meanwhile, Monte Vista Christian suffered their closest loss since March 12, 2024 on Wednesday. They fell just short of Ann Sobrato by a score of 8-6. The loss was the Mustangs' first of the season.
Carter Wright was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with one home run, two stolen bases, and three RBI. Mikie Melenudo was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4.
The victory got Scotts Valley back to even at 4-4. As for Monte Vista Christian, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 7-1.
Saturday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Scotts Valley has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .449. However, it's not like Monte Vista Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .506. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.
