Results for: High School Baseball

In a thrilling back-and-forth battle at Mansfield Stadium, Hampden Academy emerged victorious with a 13-11 comeback win over Bangor. The pivotal moment came in the top of the seventh inning when Andrew Cote cleared the bases with a three-run triple, turning a one-run deficit into a two-run lead. Hampden and Bangor both displayed offensive firepower, exchanging four-run outbursts in the second inning and the Rams taking an 11-7 lead in the fifth. However, the Broncos refused to surrender, scoring three runs each in the sixth and seventh innings to secure the victory. Notably, Cote delivered four RBIs, TJ Llerena had a two-run single, and Bodie Bishop earned the win on the mound.

De La Salle Spartans rallied from a three-run deficit to beat Monte Vista Mustangs 8-5. Alec Blair’s three-run homer in the fourth inning and Joe McGee’s two-run shot in the fifth inning secured the victory for the Spartans. James Logan Colts held off a late rally by Mission San Jose Warriors to win their ninth consecutive league game 7-6. Villanueva’s single in the fifth inning brought in three runs to cut the deficit to one run, but Colts’ Vasquez struck out the side in the seventh inning to seal the victory. Los Gatos Wildcats extended their winning streak to eight games with an 11-1 victory over Cupertino Pioneers. Carter Johnstone went 3 for 3 with three RBIs and a home run for the Wildcats, while Donovan Freed had two hits and two RBIs. Granada Matadors’ Jake Sekany pitched a two-hitter and struck out eight in a complete-game shutout to lead his team to a 2-0 win over Dublin Gaels. Oakland Tech Bulldogs cruised to an 30-0 victory over Fremont Tigers behind a strong pitching performance by Kalen Thomas, who threw a one-hitter and struck out seven batters. In softball, Presentation Lancers remained undefeated with an 18th straight win, defeating Gilroy Mustangs 8-0 behind a no-hitter from Kate Munnerlyn and Hailey Nguyen. Gilroy Mustangs maintained first place in the Blossom Valley Athletic League Mt. Hamilton Division with a 5-0 shutout win over Sobrato Bulldogs. Granada Matadors rallied late to beat Foothill Falcons 8-7, extending their winning streak to five games.

Several standout performances marked the action-packed Wednesday baseball games in the Mid-Penn Conference. From exceptional pitching performances to crucial hits, these players left their mark on the diamond.

Mechanicsburg High School’s baseball team secured a decisive 12-1 victory over Central Dauphin East on Wednesday. Led by star pitcher Landon Mark and outfielder Jager Nailor, the Mechanicsburg squad showcased both their pitching prowess and offensive firepower.

In an exciting baseball game, Pope John emerged victorious over Montville with a score of 4-2. Remmi Joustra showcased his batting prowess with a solo home run, while Olivia Cilli demonstrated her versatility as both a pitcher and batter. Daniella Biggio put up a valiant effort for Montville, but Pope John ultimately secured the win and moved to a 7-6 record for the season.

In a thrilling battle between top-5 teams, St. John’s (Shrewsbury) emerged victorious over visiting BC High, handing them their first loss of the season and earning a massive victory for the Pioneers. Senior pitcher Jack Roche secured the win with a crucial strikeout and game-ending grounder, despite allowing a three-run double in the seventh inning.

Erik Puodziunas of Notre Dame had a no-hitter for six innings before giving up a double in the seventh. Notre Dame won 6-0. In other games, Vinny Van der Wel had a grand slam and four RBIs for Chaminade in a 15-2 win over St. Francis. Bryce Rainer struck out three in an inning of relief for Harvard-Westlake in a 4-2 win over Bishop Alemany. Augie Lopez hit his fifth home run of the year for Loyola in an 11-4 win over Sierra Canyon. JP Cardenas made a game-ending catch to preserve Agoura’s win over Calabasas. Dylan Volantis threw a one-hitter for Marmonte League champion Westlake in a 1-0 win over Oaks Christian. Angel Cervantes struck out 11 for Warren in a 2-1 win over Bishop Amat. Boston Bateman struck out 14 and gave up no hits in six innings for Camarillo in a 10-4 win over Simi Valley. JT Lovato had two RBIs for Damien in a 6-4 win over Etiwanda. Mike DeFranesca gave up one run in five innings for Trabuco Hills in a 3-2 win over Mission Viejo. La Salle’s Adrian Hernandez struck out eight in six innings in a 3-2 loss to Bishop Montgomery. Sam Burgess struck out six in six innings for Corona in a 5-1 win over Roosevelt. Anthony Murphy and Josh Springer hit home runs for Corona. Chris Ramirez had three hits for Corona Santiago in a 5-1 win over Norco.

In a thrilling high school baseball game, Robbinsville’s Luke Billings achieved a remarkable milestone, setting a new career strikeout record. During his team’s 3-2 walk-off victory over Monroe, Billings struck out 11 batters, surpassing the previous record held by Michael Fischer. With this impressive performance, Billings showcased his dominance on the mound. Furthermore, he played a pivotal role in securing the victory for Robbinsville, pitching a complete 6.1 innings and allowing only two runs on five hits. The game’s excitement reached its peak in the bottom of the seventh inning, as Dylan Carmignani walked, Gavin Sullivan stole second base, and Billings singled to load the bases. Matt Boss stepped up to the plate and executed a sacrifice squeeze bunt that brought Sullivan home for the game-winning run. Monroe’s Justin Mangano and Harrison Lollin both had strong performances, with Mangano hitting 3-for-3 and Lollin belting a solo home run. Robbinsville’s victory improved their record to 6-4, while Monroe dropped to 7-5. This memorable game showcased the exceptional talent and sportsmanship of both teams, making it an unforgettable night for high school baseball in New Jersey.

Bayonne’s Nolan Geisler delivered a masterful performance on the mound, guiding his team to a 2-0 victory over Union City at Veterans Stadium. Geisler’s exceptional outing saw him strike out an impressive 13 Union City batters while conceding only three hits and three walks. Adrian Garcia and Nikko Sanchez provided the offensive impetus for Bayonne, driving in runs in the bottom of the first inning. Despite Union City’s Kelyam Iglesias pitching six innings, Bayonne’s strong defense and Geisler’s dominance secured the win.

In a major upset, Mount Pleasant Sacred Heart has leapfrogged Beal City to claim the top spot in the Michigan High School Baseball Coaches Association poll for Division 4. Beal City, the reigning state champion, has dropped to No. 3 after a doubleheader split with Sacred Heart, marking a significant shift in the competitive rivalry between the two small-school powerhouses. Meanwhile, Birmingham Brother Rice has replaced Northville as the No. 1 team in Division 1, while Flint Powers and Algonac retain their top rankings in Divisions 2 and 3, respectively.