SPORTS: Pitching In

 Bogdan Karcha Staff Reporter

THROWBACK: Catcher Ben Schuessler tosses the ball back to the opposing teams pitcher after an intense three strikes. The Cardinals were in their 12th straight district tournament, but were unable to gather a win in their four sub district and district contests this year.

The baseball team consists of everyone playing together as a team. This season was a success as the team takes it to league. Their record being 13-8-1 overall had come to a lot of contribution.  11-3 in 2A SPSL league taking 3rd place. The wins and losses came in throughout the past season, but the boys did make it into league taking down Mt. Tahoma at Cheney field. Winning 7 to 2 brought the baseball team to a great way to keep on going forward.

The effort dedicated every day is proven from, the boys.  It’s about winning more games by successfully beating other teams with a strong team. They all continue to further more accomplish what they haven’t yet had.  Without the good leaders of the team, they wouldn’t be in the same place.  Leading pitcher, Steven Cabrera who was 6-2 in league had 72 strike outs. Freshman John Samons was 3-0   with a huge win over League Champs White River. Sullivan Wheelock and John Samons were both freshmen that started on Varsity and really contributed to a successful season.  Hitter, Heru Zink commented, “The team is made up to majority of underclassmen .We are definitely the underdogs, but we have proven our strength throughout this season.”

They only had 2 returning starters this year for the baseball team from last year. “With only returning 2 starters from last year our team managed to repeat our league record to 11-3 from last year.” said Coach Nick Aloisiopi. The players managed to grow tougher and keep their records high for the baseball season. “Our Team played great this year and everyone stepped up to replace the players we lost from last year. We were a young team this year with Great Returning Leadership. Our Future looks Bright with the Young Talent we have for the years to come.” commented Aloisiopi. The outcomes came out great and the boys kept a strong team to get themselves third in league.

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