Game Story

Nobel fell 17-2 to Nelson University on Friday at Brookhurst Park.

Nelson University got on the board in the first inning after Ethan Gustafson singled, scoring one run.

Bryant Poland singled to center field, which helped Nobel tie the game at one in the bottom of the first.

Nelson University took control in the top of the third, scoring five runs on four hits to take the lead, 6-1. The biggest blow in the inning was a sacrifice fly by Matthew Schulz that drove in two.

Nelson University scored five runs on two hits in the top of the fourth inning. Ralphie Felix singled, scoring one run, Gustafson doubled, scoring two runs, an error scored one run, and Josue Franco Jr. was struck by a pitch, driving in a run.

Nathan Simmons earned the win for Nelson University. The starting pitcher gave up five hits and two runs (one earned) over four innings, striking out five and walking none. Steven Marker took the loss for Nobel. The pitcher went four innings, giving up 11 runs (eight earned) on eight hits, striking out two and walking four.

Poland went 2-for-3 at the plate and led the team with one run batted in. Poland, Vinny Bobadilla, and Leonardo Luna each collected two hits for Nobel.

Nelson University collected 15 hits in the game. Gustafson led Nelson University with seven RBIs and went 4-for-4. Gannon Aguliar and Gerardo Paco each collected multiple hits for Nelson University. Nelson University drew seven walks for the game. Felix and Jimmy Holloway led the team with two free passes each. Nelson University finished with three stolen bases. Nelson University turned one double play in the game.