Birmingham's baseball team commenced their league campaign triumphantly, defeating four-time reigning champions Granada Hills 9-3. This matchup featured remarkable back-to-back home runs in the first inning by players Zion Wadell and Isaac Monterrubio. Freshman pitcher Carlos Acuna displayed talent with eight strikeouts in 3.2 innings, while Nathan Soto secured the win with 3.1 scoreless innings. Granada Hills saw efforts from Max Szczech and Luke Chau, but their comeback couldn't secure a victory. The game marks a hopeful beginning for coach Matt Mowry, possibly breaking the league 'jinx' this season.
I've never seen back to back home runs in a high school game. Zion Wadell and Isaac Monterrubio just did it in first inning for Birmingham.
Freshman pitcher Carlos Acuna struck out eight and walked four in 3 2/3 innings for Birmingham, showcasing strong performance on the mound.
Nathan Soto came on in relief to throw 3 1/3 scoreless innings, giving up one hit and striking out five, highlighting Birmingham's depth in pitching.
Granada Hills attempted to mount a comeback, with Luke Chau throwing four scoreless innings of relief, but ultimately fell short against Birmingham.
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