"This is really a big win for us, said Norco pitcher Jacob Melendez, who picked up the save with a scoreless seventh. Melendez has hit three home runs in four games since becoming eligible and Brown is also contributing."
"Both teams went to left-handers to start the game, with Norco's Landon Hovermale taking on St. John Bosco's Griffin Tagliaferri. There was no scoring until the bottom of the fourth, when an error opened the door for the Cougars to take a 2-0 lead."
"St. John Bosco closed to 3-2 in the sixth on RBI doubles from Jack Champlin and Jhett Ohira. Then Melendez came in to close out the win. Now the Cougars are no longer under the radar."
"That's what we want, Melendez said. We want the target behind our backs."
Norco High showcased its potential by defeating No. 1-ranked St. John Bosco 3-2 in the opening day of the Boras Classic. Pitcher Jacob Melendez secured the win with a scoreless seventh inning. Melendez and catcher Codey Brown, who recently became eligible after transferring, have significantly contributed to the team's success. The Cougars took an early lead with key hits and maintained it despite a late rally from St. John Bosco. This victory positions Norco as a serious contender in the championship race.
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