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Game 9 – USA 11, Dominican Republic 1 (Pool B)
.11-1 Winners in 4 inning Run Ahead Victory following 10 run 4th inning
Yusef Davis Jr. lit the fire with a triple in the third inning, scoring the first USA run, then drove in two more in the 4th. Cam Schiller continued his torrid hitting with three more hits, now 7 for 9 in the tournament. Erick Ochoa drove in three in the 4th with a bases loaded double, followed by Jonathan Lynch‘s game ending three-run home run to straight away center to end the game, 11-1 on the run rule. The score had been tied at 1 at the start of the 4th inning, but it was a 10 run onslaught that ended the game and catapulted the USA into the Super Round.
Game 9 – USA 11, Dominican Republic 1
In a dominant display at the WBSC Men’s Softball World Cup Finals 2025 in Prince Albert, Canada, the United States (1-1) crushed the Dominican Republic (1-1) with a decisive 11-1 run-ahead rule victory on July 10, 2025. The game, played under cloudy skies at 22°C, showcased the USA’s offensive firepower and stellar pitching, setting a strong tone for their campaign in the tournament.
The USA’s offense erupted, capitalizing on a key Dominican error and timely hitting. Jonathan Lynch led the way, going 2-for-3 with a home run and four RBIs, while Cameron Schiller went a perfect 3-for-3 with a double, one RBI, and two runs scored. Erick Ochoa contributed a 1-for-3 performance with a three-RBI double, and Yusef Davis went 2-for-2 with a triple, two RBIs, and two runs.
The USA amassed eight hits, including two doubles, a triple, and a homer, while drawing four walks to keep the pressure on. The Dominican Republic struggled to find their rhythm at the plate, managing only four hits. Pablo Figuereo drove in their lone run with a 1-for-2 performance, including an RBI single, while Juan Arias went 1-for-2 and scored. Fernando Gómez drew two walks but couldn’t spark a rally. The Dominicans committed one error in the field, which proved costly in the USA’s seven-run fourth inning.
Key Moments:
– Bottom 3rd: Yusef Davis tripled to right field and scored on a sacrifice fly by Zachary Shaw, giving the USA a 1-0 lead.
– Bottom 4th: The USA sent 11 batters to the plate. Erick Ochoa’s three-RBI double and Jonathan Lynch’s three-run homer were the highlights, with Cameron Schiller adding an RBI single. The inning saw seven runs scored, three on Lynch’s blast, sealing the 11-1 rout.
– Top 4th: The Dominican Republic avoided a shutout when Pablo Figuereo singled to drive in Juan Arias, but their rally fizzled with two strikeouts to end the game. The USA’s defense was flawless, committing no errors, while the Dominican Republic’s lone miscue—a throwing error by shortstop Elias Valerio—allowed three unearned runs in the fourth.
Marco Diaz delivered a masterful performance on the mound for the USA, pitching four innings, allowing four hits, one earned run, two walks, and striking out five. His 61 pitches (39 strikes) kept the Dominican bats in check, earning him the win and a 2.47 ERA for the game. The Dominican Republic cycled through two pitchers, with Michael Batista taking the loss after 3.1 innings, giving up five hits, four earned runs, one walk, and two strikeouts for an 8.40 ERA. Jonni Suriel struggled in relief, pitching 0.1 innings, allowing three hits, seven runs (four earned), and three walks, resulting in a 21.00 ERA.
Pitching Lines:
USA: Marco Diaz (W): 4.0 IP, 4 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 2 BB, 5 SO,
Dominican Republic: Michael Batista (L): 3.1 IP, 5 H, 4 R, 4 ER, 1 BB, 2 SO, 8.40 ERA Jonni Suriel: 0.1 IP, 3 H, 7 R, 4 ER, 3 BB, 0 SO,
Game 10 – New Zealand vs. Venezuela (Pool A)
Venezuela Dominates New Zealand 7-2 in World Cup Softball Clash
Venezuela secured a convincing 7-2 victory over New Zealand in their World Cup softball matchup, driven by a potent offense and a stellar pitching performance. Engelbert Herrera powered Venezuela’s attack, going 2-for-4 with a double, a home run, and four RBIs. Maiker Pimentel anchored the mound, stifling New Zealand’s bats.
For New Zealand, solo home runs from Cole Evans and Thomas Enoka provided their only scoring, but they couldn’t match Venezuela’s firepower.The game broke open in the third inning when Venezuela scored four runs, sparked by Angel Adames’ single and Rogelio Sequera’s RBI single, followed by Herrera’s three-run homer. Venezuela tacked on two more in the sixth, with Kleiver Rodriguez’s solo homer and Adames’ RBI groundout. New Zealand’s Evans and Enoka hit solo shots in the fourth and sixth, respectively, but Pimentel’s nine strikeouts kept them at bay. Venezuela’s defense, including a key caught stealing, sealed the 7-2 win.Pitching Lines:
- Venezuela: Maiker Pimentel (W) – 6.2 IP, 6 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 4 BB, 9 SO, 150 pitches (84 strikes),
- New Zealand: Pita Rona (L) – 2.2 IP, 3 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 2 BB, 3 SO, 44 pitches (27 strikes),
- New Zealand: Benjamin Watts – 3.1 IP, 4 H, 4 R, 4 ER, 2 BB, 1 SO, 49 pitches (29 strikes),
- New Zealand: Liam Potts – 1.0 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 0 BB, 1 SO, 16 pitches (10 strikes),
Venezuela’s offensive depth and Pimentel’s commanding presence on the mound underscored their dominance, positioning them as a strong contender in the tournament.
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Game 11 – Japan 11, Australia 2 (Pool B)
Defending WBSC Champions from 2022, Australia (1-2) Eliminated from Super Round Contention
Japan Dominates Australia 11-2 in World Cup Softball ClashIn a commanding display at the World Cup softball game in Prince Albert, Japan crushed Australia 11-2, showcasing their offensive depth and pitching dominance. The game, played under cloudy skies at 23°C, wrapped up in 1 hour and 44 minutes before 900 spectators.
.Japan opened the game quietly but exploded for five runs in the bottom of the 2nd. Kaito Masaki was hit by a pitch, and Kotaro Yasumi singled, followed by a wild pitch and a throwing error, allowing Masaki to score. Taiyo Kataoka doubled to drive in Yasumi, and Seii Kuroiwa singled. Ryuji Okawa reached on a fielder’s choice, and Tei Hamamoto hit a three-run homer. Yusuke Morita doubled, but Australia’s Marshall Kronk, relieving starter Jack Besgrove, limited further damage.
Australia countered with two runs in the top of the 3rd. Riley James singled, Kynan Molander was hit by a pitch, and Scott Patterson reached on a fielder’s choice. Callum Beashel and James Todhunter delivered RBI singles to make it 5-2. Japan’s Hiroki Ikeda struck out Kronk to end the inning.Japan added a solo homer by Masaki in the 3rd and erupted for five more runs in the 4th. Kuroiwa walked, Okawa bunted, and Hamamoto singled to score Kuroiwa. Morita homered for two RBIs, and after Mathew Beckett replaced Kronk, Kazuya Toriyama homered, scoring pinch-runner Yusuke Sakuraba. Yasumi singled and stole second, but Kataoka flied out.
Australia’s offense fizzled in the 4th and 5th, with Ikeda allowing only a walk and a hit-by-pitch in the 4th, then striking out Patterson and inducing groundouts in the 5th to seal Japan’s 11-2 victory.
Japan Box
- Tei Hamamoto (RF): 3 AB, 2 R, 2 H, 4 RBI, 0 BB, 1 SO, .571 AVG, 1.667 OPS
- Yusuke Morita (DP): 3 AB, 1 R, 3 H, 2 RBI, 0 BB, 0 SO, .444 AVG, 1.666 OPS
- Koki Sato (LF): 3 AB, 0 R, 0 H, 0 RBI, 0 BB, 0 SO, .250 AVG, .958 OPS
- Kaito Masaki (3B): 1 AB, 2 R, 1 H, 1 RBI, 1 BB, 0 SO, .286 AVG, 1.158 OPS
- Yusuke Sakuraba (PR/3B): 0 AB, 1 R, 0 H, 0 RBI, 0 BB, 0 SO, .000 AVG, .000 OPS
- Kazuya Toriyama (1B): 3 AB, 1 R, 1 H, 2 RBI, 0 BB, 1 SO, .333 AVG, 1.333 OPS
- Kotaro Yasumi (2B): 3 AB, 1 R, 2 H, 0 RBI, 0 BB, 0 SO, .333 AVG, .666 OPS
- Taiyo Kataoka (C): 3 AB, 0 R, 1 H, 1 RBI, 0 BB, 0 SO, .222 AVG, .555 OPS
- Seii Kuroiwa (CF): 1 AB, 2 R, 1 H, 0 RBI, 1 BB, 0 SO, .250 AVG, .750 OPS
- Ryuji Okawa (SS): 1 AB, 1 R, 0 H, 0 RBI, 0 BB, 0 SO, .200 AVG, 1.000 OPS
- Team Totals: 21 AB, 11 R, 11 H, 10 RBI, 2 BB, 2 SO
Batting Notes: Japan’s offense was powered by four home runs from Hamamoto, Morita, Masaki, and Toriyama. Morita went 3-for-3, including a double, while Hamamoto drove in four runs. The team stole two bases (Yasumi, Kuroiwa) and capitalized on one Australian error.Pitching
- Hiroki Ikeda (W): 5.0 IP, 3 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 1 BB, 7 SO, 77 pitches (46 strikes)
Pitching Notes:
Ikeda was stellar, striking out seven and allowing just three hits, shutting down Australia after their 3rd-inning rally
Australia Box
- Scott Patterson (CF): 3 AB, 1 R, 0 H, 0 RBI, 0 BB, 2 SO, .100 AVG, .500 OPS
- Callum Beashel (RF): 3 AB, 0 R, 1 H, 1 RBI, 0 BB, 0 SO, .100 AVG, .200 OPS
- James Todhunter (1B): 3 AB, 0 R, 1 H, 1 RBI, 0 BB, 0 SO, .250 AVG, .650 OPS
- Marshall Kronk (DP/P): 2 AB, 0 R, 0 H, 0 RBI, 0 BB, 2 SO, .250 AVG, .708 OPS
- Mathew Beckett (P): 0 AB, 0 R, 0 H, 0 RBI, 0 BB, 0 SO, .000 AVG, .000 OPS
- Jeremy Garland (LF): 1 AB, 0 R, 0 H, 0 RBI, 0 BB, 1 SO, .000 AVG, .167 OPS
- Ryan King (LF): 1 AB, 0 R, 0 H, 0 RBI, 0 BB, 0 SO, .500 AVG, 1.500 OPS
- Joshua McGovern (C): 1 AB, 0 R, 0 H, 0 RBI, 0 BB, 1 SO, .000 AVG, .333 OPS
- Ethan Field (C): 1 AB, 0 R, 0 H, 0 RBI, 0 BB, 1 SO, .000 AVG, .000 OPS
- Riley James (3B): 1 AB, 1 R, 1 H, 0 RBI, 1 BB, 0 SO, .600 AVG, 1.467 OPS
- Matthew Harrow (2B): 1 AB, 0 R, 0 H, 0 RBI, 0 BB, 0 SO, .167 AVG, .453 OPS
- Kynan Molander (SS): 1 AB, 0 R, 0 H, 0 RBI, 0 BB, 0 SO, .000 AVG, .500 OPS
- Team Totals: 18 AB, 2 R, 3 H, 2 RBI, 1 BB, 7 SO
Batting Notes: Australia managed only three hits, with Beashel and Todhunter each driving in a run in the 3rd. James reached base twice, but the offense couldn’t sustain momentum.Pitching
- Jack Besgrove (L): 1.2 IP, 6 H, 5 R, 5 ER, 0 BB, 1 SO, 45 pitches (29 strikes)
- Marshall Kronk: 1.2 IP, 3 H, 4 R, 4 ER, 1 BB, 1 SO, 34 pitches (17 strikes)
- Mathew Beckett: 0.2 IP, 2 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 1 BB, 0 SO, 17 pitches (11 strikes)
Pitching Notes:
Australia’s pitchers: Besgrove allowed six hits, including a homer, in the 2nd. Kronk and Beckett gave up additional homers, contributing to Japan’s 11 runs.
Game Notes: Japan’s four home runs and Morita’s perfect day overwhelmed Australia. Ikeda’s seven strikeouts ensured Japan’s control. Australia fought back in the 3rd but couldn’t match Japan’s firepower. The game was officiated by umpires Mike Burwell (HP), Daryl Helmer (1B), Patrick Reus (2B), and Renzo Ruiz (3B).
Japan Advances to Super Round as #1 Seed, along with #2 Seed USA
Japan finishes pool play with a 2-1 record, tied with the USA in Pool B but advances to the four-team Super Round at the 2025 WBSC Men’s World Cup as the #1 seed, thanks to their win over the USA yesterday. Defending 2022 WBSC Champion Australia falls to 1-2, and will play in the placement bracket.
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Game 12 – Canada vs. Argentina (Pool A)
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world cup softball argentina 7, canada 3 :generate blog post summary of this game. boxes from both teams to follow. ignore middle names and include pitching lines. *** arg 1) ab r h rbi bb so avg ops 1 PEKERAlan CF3 2 2 5 1 0 .300 1.264 2 MALARCZUKLadislao SS3 0 1 0 0 0 .250 .500 3 MIGLIAVACCATeo LF3 1 2 0 0 0 .429 1.029 4 OLHEISERFederico 1B1 0 0 0 0 0 .167 .453 4 BIONDILuciano PH/1B3 1 2 1 0 0 .667 1.667 5 LUNAKhalil 3B/2B4 0 0 0 0 3 .333 .666 6 GODOYManuel DP3 0 0 1 0 1 .125 .325 7 ZARAJuan C3 0 0 0 0 1 .111 .222 8 RETAMARLucio RF2 2 2 0 1 0 .286 .661 9 EDERFederico 2B2 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 9 SCIALACOMOGian PH/3B1 1 1 0 0 0 .500 1.000 F MATAHuemul P0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 F ETCHEVERSMatias P0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 Totals 28 7 10 7 2 5 Batting2B :(1) BIONDI, LucianoHR :(2) PEKER, AlanRBI :(5) PEKER, Alan;(1) BIONDI, Luciano;(1) GODOY, ManuelBB :(1) PEKER, Alan;(1) RETAMAR, LucioSH :(1) MALARCZUK, LadislaoSF :(1) GODOY, ManuelHBP :(1) MIGLIAVACCA, TeoTB :(8) PEKER, Alan;(1) MALARCZUK, Ladislao;(2) MIGLIAVACCA, Teo;(3) BIONDI, Luciano;(2) RETAMAR, Lucio;(1) SCIALACOMO, GianFieldingDP :(1) OLHEISER, Federico;(1) EDER, FedericoE :(1) MATA, HuemulBase RunningCS :(1) MIGLIAVACCA, TeoSB :(1) BIONDI, Lucianoip h r er bb so era 1 MATAHuemul (W)4.1 5 3 2 2 5 2.33 2 ETCHEVERSMatias2.2 0 0 0 1 4 0.00 Totals 7 5 3 2 3 9 0.00 ab r h rbi bb so avg ops 1 ROYMathieu LF4 1 2 2 0 1 .333 1.135 2 BOLANDShane James SS2 0 0 0 0 0 .200 .473 2 MAJORMax 2B0 0 0 0 1 0 .000 1.000 3 EZEKIELBradley Joseph CF3 0 0 0 0 2 .455 1.591 4 SEBASTIANTy Christopher Harvey P2 0 0 0 1 2 .125 .614 4 CLEARYSean P0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 4 SCHOFIELDJustin Gordon P0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 5 HUNTERBlake C3 1 1 0 0 0 .444 1.545 6 BRUCEQuinten David DP2 0 1 0 0 1 .429 1.457 6 POMEROYJordan William DP1 0 0 0 0 1 .000 .143 7 WALSHColin Robert 1B2 0 0 0 1 1 .222 .697 8 WHITENicholas Ronald RF3 1 0 0 0 0 .000 .200 9 ABREYBryan Michael 3B3 0 1 0 0 1 .375 .920 F SCHELLENBERGKevin 2B/SS0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 Totals 25 3 5 2 3 9 BattingHR :(1) ROY, MathieuRBI :(2) ROY, MathieuBB :(1) MAJOR, Max;(1) SEBASTIAN, Ty Christopher Harvey;(1) WALSH, Colin RobertTB :(5) ROY, Mathieu;(1) HUNTER, Blake;(1) BRUCE, Quinten David;(1) ABREY, Bryan MichaelFieldingE :(1) ABREY, Bryan MichaelBase RunningCS :(1) BRUCE, Quinten Davidip h r er bb so era 1 SEBASTIANTy Christopher Harvey (L)5.0 3 3 3 2 2 2.63 2 CLEARYSean1.0 6 4 4 0 2 14.44 3 SCHOFIELDJustin Gordon1.0 1 0 0 0 1 7.88 Totals 7 10 7 7 2 5 0.00 PitchingPitches-Strikes :MATA, Huemul 85-52; ETCHEVERS, Matias 34-21; SEBASTIAN, Ty Christopher Harvey 82-49; CLEARY, Sean 29-21; SCHOFIELD, Justin Gordon 10-7Location: Prince AlbertWeather: Cloudy 20 degreesAtt: 1200T: 2:27 2) canada box: ab r h rbi bb so avg ops 1 ROYMathieu LF4 1 2 2 0 1 .333 1.135 2 BOLANDShane James SS2 0 0 0 0 0 .200 .473 2 MAJORMax 2B0 0 0 0 1 0 .000 1.000 3 EZEKIELBradley Joseph CF3 0 0 0 0 2 .455 1.591 4 SEBASTIANTy Christopher Harvey P2 0 0 0 1 2 .125 .614 4 CLEARYSean P0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 4 SCHOFIELDJustin Gordon P0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 5 HUNTERBlake C3 1 1 0 0 0 .444 1.545 6 BRUCEQuinten David DP2 0 1 0 0 1 .429 1.457 6 POMEROYJordan William DP1 0 0 0 0 1 .000 .143 7 WALSHColin Robert 1B2 0 0 0 1 1 .222 .697 8 WHITENicholas Ronald RF3 1 0 0 0 0 .000 .200 9 ABREYBryan Michael 3B3 0 1 0 0 1 .375 .920 F SCHELLENBERGKevin 2B/SS0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 Totals 25 3 5 2 3 9 BattingHR :(1) ROY, MathieuRBI :(2) ROY, MathieuBB :(1) MAJOR, Max;(1) SEBASTIAN, Ty Christopher Harvey;(1) WALSH, Colin RobertTB :(5) ROY, Mathieu;(1) HUNTER, Blake;(1) BRUCE, Quinten David;(1) ABREY, Bryan MichaelFieldingE :(1) ABREY, Bryan MichaelBase RunningCS :(1) BRUCE, Quinten Davidip h r er bb so era 1 SEBASTIANTy Christopher Harvey (L)5.0 3 3 3 2 2 2.63 2 CLEARYSean1.0 6 4 4 0 2 14.44 3 SCHOFIELDJustin Gordon1.0 1 0 0 0 1 7.88 Totals 7 10 7 7 2 5 0.00 PitchingPitches-Strikes :MATA, Huemul 85-52; ETCHEVERS, Matias 34-21; SEBASTIAN, Ty Christopher Harvey 82-49; CLEARY, Sean 29-21; SCHOFIELD, Justin Gordon 10-7Location: Prince AlbertWeather: Cloudy 20 degreesAtt: 1200T: 2:27
Argentina Outshines Canada in 7-3 World Cup Softball VictoryIn a thrilling World Cup softball matchup in Prince Albert, Argentina secured a decisive 7-3 win over Canada, powered by strong offensive performances and solid pitching. The game, played under cloudy skies with a temperature of 20°C, drew a crowd of 1,200 and lasted 2 hours and 27 minutes.Argentina’s offense was led by Alan Peker, who went 2-for-3 with a home run, 5 RBIs, and two runs scored. Luciano Biondi also shone, hitting 2-for-3 with a double, an RBI, and a stolen base. Teo Migliavacca contributed with a 2-for-3 performance, scoring a run, while Lucio Retamar went 2-for-2 with two runs scored. On the mound, Huemul Mata earned the win, pitching 4.1 innings, allowing 5 hits, 3 runs (2 earned), 2 walks, and striking out 5. Matias Etchevers closed out the game with 2.2 scoreless innings, fanning 4.Canada’s Mathieu Roy was the standout, going 2-for-4 with a home run and 2 RBIs. Blake Hunter added a hit and a run scored. However, Canada’s pitching struggled, with starter Ty Sebastian taking the loss after 5 innings, giving up 3 runs on 3 hits. Reliever Sean Cleary had a tough outing, surrendering 4 runs in just 1 inning. Justin Schofield pitched a scoreless seventh but couldn’t stem the tide.Argentina’s disciplined hitting and effective pitching proved too much for Canada, who couldn’t capitalize on early opportunities. A fielding error by Canada’s Bryan Abrey and a caught stealing by Quinten Bruce further hampered their efforts. Argentina’s victory showcased their offensive depth and pitching prowess, setting the stage for an exciting tournament run.Box ScoresArgentina
| Player | AB | R | H | RBI | BB | SO | AVG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peker, Alan CF | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | .300 | 1.264 |
| Malarczuk, Ladislao SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .250 | .500 |
| Migliavacca, Teo LF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .429 | 1.029 |
| Olheiser, Federico 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .167 | .453 |
| Biondi, Luciano PH/1B | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | .667 | 1.667 |
| Luna, Khalil 3B/2B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | .333 | .666 |
| Godoy, Manuel DP | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | .125 | .325 |
| Zara, Juan C | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .111 | .222 |
| Retamar, Lucio RF | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .286 | .661 |
| Eder, Federico 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 |
| Scialacomo, Gian PH/3B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .500 | 1.000 |
| Totals | 28 | 7 | 10 | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Pitching
| Player | IP | H | R | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mata, Huemul (W) | 4.1 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2.33 |
| Etchevers, Matias | 2.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.00 |
| Totals | 7.0 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 9 |
Canada
| Player | AB | R | H | RBI | BB | SO | AVG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roy, Mathieu LF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | .333 | 1.135 |
| Boland, Shane SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .200 | .473 |
| Major, Max 2B | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 | 1.000 |
| Ezekiel, Bradley CF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .455 | 1.591 |
| Sebastian, Ty P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | .125 | .614 |
| Cleary, Sean P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 |
| Schofield, Justin P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 |
| Hunter, Blake C | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .444 | 1.545 |
| Bruce, Quinten DP | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .429 | 1.457 |
| Pomeroy, Jordan DP | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .000 | .143 |
| Walsh, Colin 1B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | .222 | .697 |
| White, Nicholas RF | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .200 |
| Abrey, Bryan 3B | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .375 | .920 |
| Totals | 25 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 9 |
Pitching
| Player | IP | H | R | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebastian, Ty (L) | 5.0 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2.63 |
| Cleary, Sean | 1.0 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 14.44 |
| Schofield, Justin | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7.88 |
| Totals | 7.0 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 5 |
peker hit two home runs
Argentina Powers Past Canada 7-3 in World Cup Softball ShowdownIn a dynamic World Cup softball clash in Prince Albert, Argentina defeated Canada 7-3, driven by a stellar performance from Alan Peker and effective pitching. The game, played under cloudy skies at 20°C, attracted 1,200 fans and lasted 2 hours and 27 minutes.Argentina’s offense erupted, led by Alan Peker, who went 2-for-3 with two home runs, 5 RBIs, and two runs scored. Luciano Biondi contributed significantly, going 2-for-3 with a double, an RBI, and a stolen base. Teo Migliavacca added a 2-for-3 day, scoring a run, while Lucio Retamar went 2-for-2 with two runs. Huemul Mata secured the win, pitching 4.1 innings, allowing 5 hits, 3 runs (2 earned), 2 walks, and striking out 5. Matias Etchevers closed with 2.2 scoreless innings, striking out 4.Canada’s Mathieu Roy led the offense, going 2-for-4 with a home run and 2 RBIs. Blake Hunter chipped in with a hit and a run scored. However, Canada’s pitching faltered, with starter Ty Sebastian taking the loss after 5 innings, allowing 3 runs on 3 hits. Reliever Sean Cleary struggled, giving up 4 runs in 1 inning. Justin Schofield pitched a scoreless seventh but couldn’t turn the tide.Argentina capitalized on Canada’s miscues, including a fielding error by Bryan Abrey and a caught stealing by Quinten Bruce. Peker’s two-homer performance set the tone, propelling Argentina to a commanding victory and signaling their strength in the tournament.Box ScoresArgentina
| Player | AB | R | H | RBI | BB | SO | AVG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peker, Alan CF | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | .300 | 1.264 |
| Malarczuk, Ladislao SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .250 | .500 |
| Migliavacca, Teo LF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .429 | 1.029 |
| Olheiser, Federico 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .167 | .453 |
| Biondi, Luciano PH/1B | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | .667 | 1.667 |
| Luna, Khalil 3B/2B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | .333 | .666 |
| Godoy, Manuel DP | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | .125 | .325 |
| Zara, Juan C | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .111 | .222 |
| Retamar, Lucio RF | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .286 | .661 |
| Eder, Federico 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 |
| Scialacomo, Gian PH/3B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .500 | 1.000 |
| Totals | 28 | 7 | 10 | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Batting Notes
- 2B: Biondi, Luciano
- HR: Peker, Alan (2)
- RBI: Peker, Alan (5), Biondi, Luciano (1), Godoy, Manuel (1)
- BB: Peker, Alan (1), Retamar, Lucio (1)
- SH: Malarczuk, Ladislao (1)
- SF: Godoy, Manuel (1)
- HBP: Migliavacca, Teo (1)
- TB: Peker, Alan (8), Malarczuk, Ladislao (1), Migliavacca, Teo (2), Biondi, Luciano (3), Retamar, Lucio (2), Scialacomo, Gian (1)
Pitching
| Player | IP | H | R | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mata, Huemul (W) | 4.1 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2.33 |
| Etchevers, Matias | 2.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.00 |
| Totals | 7.0 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 9 |
Canada
| Player | AB | R | H | RBI | BB | SO | AVG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roy, Mathieu LF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | .333 | 1.135 |
| Boland, Shane SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .200 | .473 |
| Major, Max 2B | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 | 1.000 |
| Ezekiel, Bradley CF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .455 | 1.591 |
| Sebastian, Ty P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | .125 | .614 |
| Cleary, Sean P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 |
| Schofield, Justin P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 |
| Hunter, Blake C | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .444 | 1.545 |
| Bruce, Quinten DP | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .429 | 1.457 |
| Pomeroy, Jordan DP | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .000 | .143 |
| Walsh, Colin 1B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | .222 | .697 |
| White, Nicholas RF | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .200 |
| Abrey, Bryan 3B | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .375 | .920 |
| Totals | 25 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 9 |
Batting Notes
- HR: Roy, Mathieu (1)
- RBI: Roy, Mathieu (2)
- BB: Major, Max (1), Sebastian, Ty (1), Walsh, Colin (1)
- TB: Roy, Mathieu (5), Hunter, Blake (1), Bruce, Quinten (1), Abrey, Bryan (1)
Pitching
| Player | IP | H | R | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebastian, Ty (L) | 5.0 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2.63 |
| Cleary, Sean | 1.0 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 14.44 |
| Schofield, Justin | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7.88 |
| Totals | 7.0 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 2burgo | 2 | 5 |
Game Details
- Location: Prince Albert
- Weather: Cloudy, 20°C
- Attendance: 1,200
- Time: 2:27
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Argentina Dominates Canada 7-3 in World Cup Softball Clash
In a gripping World Cup softball game in Prince Albert, Argentina triumphed over Canada 7-3, fueled by Alan Peker’s explosive performance and strong pitching. Played under cloudy skies at 20°C before 1,200 fans, the game lasted 2 hours and 27 minutes.
Argentina’s offense was ignited by Alan Peker, who went 2-for-3 with two home runs, 5 RBIs, and two runs scored. Luciano Biondi added a 2-for-3 day with a double, an RBI, and a stolen base, while Teo Migliavacca went 2-for-3, scoring a run. Lucio Retamar contributed, going 2-for-2 with two runs. Argentina’s pitching was led by Huemul Mata, who earned the win, and Matias Etchevers, who closed out the game effectively.
Canada’s Mathieu Roy stood out, going 2-for-4 with a home run and 2 RBIs, while Blake Hunter added a hit and a run. However, Canada’s Ty Sebastian took the loss.
.Argentina’s powerful hitting, led by Peker’s two-homer outburst, and disciplined pitching overwhelmed Canada, marking a statement win in the tournament.
Pitching Lines
Argentina:
Huemul Mata (W) 4.1 IP, 5 H, 3 R, 2 ER, 2 BB, 5 SO,
Matias Etchevers 2.2 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 4 SO,
Canada:
Ty Sebastian (L) 5.0 IP, 3 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 2 BB, 2 SO,
Sean Cleary 1.0 IP, 6 H, 4 R, 4 ER, 0 BB, 2 SO
Justin Schofield 1.0 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 0 BB, 1 SO,
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