Babson Park, FL – The Webber International Baseball team took on Mount Mercy for a Saturday doubleheader, taking both games in a 12-0 and a 1-0 victory.
Game 1: Webber International Dominates in a 12-0 Shutout
Webber International exploded offensively in the first inning, scoring six runs and never looking back as they shut out Mount Mercy 12-0. The Warriors capitalized on early baserunners, with B. Sanchez's RBI single and J. Martinez's bases-clearing double leading the charge. N. Cannizzar and G. Cruz also contributed with key RBIs, giving Webber an immediate six-run advantage.
Mount Mercy struggled against Webber's pitching, managing only two hits throughout the game. The Warriors continued to add runs, with Cannizzar, Carrol, and Martinez extending the lead to 9-0 in the third. They tacked on three more in the sixth, highlighted by an RBI triple from J. Martinez and an RBI single from J. Becker.
Webber's pitching and defense held strong, with Mount Mercy striking out multiple times and failing to string together any offensive momentum. B. Brown's double in the seventh was the only real scoring threat for Mount Mercy, but they were unable to capitalize, sealing Webber International's commanding 12-0 victory.
Game 2: Webber International Edges Out Mount Mercy in Pitching Duel, 1-0
The second game was a stark contrast, as pitching and defense took center stage. Webber International secured a narrow 1-0 victory, with the only run coming in the first inning when D. Tedders tripled and was brought home on a groundout by G. Cruz.
Both teams struggled to generate offense, with Mount Mercy managing just two hits, including a double by J. Hackbarth in the first inning. Webber International had opportunities to extend their lead, but Mount Mercy's defense held firm, stranding multiple runners in scoring position.
Webber's pitching was dominant, recording multiple strikeouts and retiring batters in order through the late innings. Mount Mercy had one last chance in the seventh, but Webber's closer shut the door with three consecutive outs to preserve the shutout win.
Key Takeaways from the Doubleheader
- Game 1: Webber International's offensive firepower overwhelmed Mount Mercy early, leading to a dominant 12-0 win.
- Game 2: A pitching duel saw Webber International scratch out a single run in the first inning and hold on for a 1-0 victory.
- Webber's pitching was flawless, shutting out Mount Mercy in both games.
- Mount Mercy's offense struggled, mustering only a handful of hits across the doubleheader.
- J. Martinez stood out, driving in multiple runs in Game 1 and contributing defensively in Game 2.
Webber International swept the series with a statement win in Game 1 and a hard-fought defensive battle in Game 2, proving their ability to dominate in multiple ways.
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