With a playoff win on the line, Oakland rose to the challenge on Wednesday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Mare Island Tech Academy Griffins, sneaking past 9-7.
Ever Sauceda
| 05/07/25 @ Mare Island Tech Academy | 4 |
| 03/22/25 vs Mt. Diablo | 3 |
| 05/10/24 @ Oakland Tech | 1 |
| 05/08/24 @ Leadership | 10 |
Ever Sauceda made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He tossed 5.2 innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. What's more, he posted four strikeouts, the most he's had since back in May of 2024. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Oakland's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is 4-1 (and 1-3 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, Couraji West was incredible, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. Another player making a difference was Javier Benitez, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
Oakland now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Mare Island Tech Academy, they now have a losing record of 8-9.
Coming up, Oakland will challenge Oakland Tech at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Bulldogs will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Wildcats surely won't give up without a fight. Mare Island Tech Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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