CCU Softball Week #3: A Recap

Double Games at Double Fields

Gellert Fields

FLCC Autobots vs. FCBC 1 Cor. 9:25: A Musical Game @ Gellert 3

This game was the most musical game observed. FLCC, with their song-spired spirits, came into the game, playing music every half inning they were up at bat--kind of like how pro baseball players have a selected song. But not only did they bring their songs, they also brought their game, for this game did not continue quietly.

This game was played quite defensively from both teams. FCBC took an early lead, taking 3 runs in the top of the 2nd inning, yet FLCC came back and pulled ahead with 4 runs in the bottom of the 4th. FCBC, in the outfield, defensively prevented their opponents from earning any more runs, especially towards the end of the game when a FCBC 2nd baseman made a spectacualr flyball catch. The final score: 4-3 Autobots.

FCBC 1 Cor. 9:25 vs. FCSBC We Be Clubbin: Coming Back from the Bottom @ Gellert 3

FCBC, playing a double-header that day, ended their day on a very positive note. From a 4-3 loss against FLCC, FCBC pulled a victory over their opponents. In the beginning of this game, both team were playing well defensively, but FCSBC could not pull in a run. Final score: 12-0 FCBC 1 Cor 9:25.

CBF Mo' Yeah vs. FCSBC We Be Clubbin': A Close Game at Gellert 1

This game was another close game played. FCSBC, in an earlier game (2:00), earned a hard victory. CBF, with 9 runs, was on the verge of coming back to tie FCSBC, who earned 10 runs. But though they played hard, FCSBC held on to the victory. Final score: 10-9 FCSBC

FLCC Autobots vs. CBF Mo' Yeah

What a game! FLCC takes a strong defense play with a great double play in the bottom of the first. According to Clifford Chin of FLCC, "With a runner on 1st, CBF hits a single to the right. John David makes an incredible from right center to third base, throwing out the runner. The ball is then relyed to 2nd to catch the hitter trying to advance." All throughout, the Autbots used that momentum to spur themselves to a victory. CBF made a late rally, scoring 3 more runs in the 6th inning, but fell a little short, resulting in a 13-7 Autobots game.

**An injury occurred here in aforementioned game. Jason Quintal, CBF's captain, was hit, by a ball, in the face. Please keep him in your prayers that he was not seriously injured and that he has a speedy recovery.

Westlake Games

FCSBC Joy vs. New Start P-F-M

"This game was a see-saw battle the whole way. FCSBC broke out in the 1st inning with 5 runs and it seemed like it would be a long game for New Start Ministry (NSM)," quotes Nelson Vasquez whose team, FCSBC Agape, umped this game. In the first inning, NSM scored 1 run; however, that changed when they scored 3 runs in the bottom of the 2nd and tried to come back, but fell short of 2 runs. But throughout the rest of the game, FCSBC scored 1-2 runs, while New Start kept persistent and scored 4 more runs in the bottom of the 4th, and added 4 more in the bottom of the 6th, resulting in a victory for New Start. FCSBC never gave up, scored a few more, but ended up short of 2 runs. Final score: 13-11 New Start.

FCBC Fins vs. Salvation Army: Fins Opening Day

The Fins finally open their season with an exciting game against Salvation Army. "Brothers Matt & Mike Ng tried a few time to connect on a 4-6-3 double play[, yet] hard as they tried SA ran down the line harder and faster," states Nelson Vasquez, whose team also reffed this intense game. It seems that both teams had opportunities to grab this game. FCBC looked like they were going to take a giant lead, heading into the 7th, with no hope for their opponents to come back. However, SA, with great determination, fought their way back 'til the end. FCBC was leading 20-11, heading into the bottom of the 7th but SA battled and gained an exiciting 5 runs! Great game to both teams! Final score: 20-16, FCBC Fins

** Injury report: According to Nelson Vasquez, Gordon Lee, of SA, who had surgically repaired his ankle, re-injured it, while attempting to make a play up the middle, midway through the game. Please continue to pray for his safe and quick recovery.

Well, that does it for the updates. Please check the CCU sports site for your upcoming games's location and time. 'Til next time, this is your CCU Softball blogger signing out!