{"id":44175,"date":"2024-08-15T17:49:29","date_gmt":"2024-08-16T00:49:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fastpitchwest.com\/?p=44175"},"modified":"2024-08-15T17:49:30","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T00:49:30","slug":"circle-tap-dukes-stage-dramatic-comeback-to-defeat-omma-tigres-10-9-in-8-innings-at-2024-isc-wt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fastpitchwest.com\/?p=44175","title":{"rendered":"Circle Tap Dukes Stage Dramatic Comeback to Defeat OMMA Tigres, 10-9 in 8 innings at 2024 ISC WT"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dukes Rally from Down 9-4 in the 7th <\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"230\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fastpitchwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/circle-tap.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-44176\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fastpitchwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/circle-tap.png 360w, https:\/\/www.fastpitchwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/circle-tap-300x192.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>In a thrilling fastpitch showdown, the <strong>Circle Tap Dukes overcame a five-run deficit in the final innin<\/strong>g to <strong>force extra innings and ultimately defeat the OMMA Tigres 10-9.<\/strong> The game, which took place on Thursday, August 15th, showcased the Dukes&#8217; resilience and offensive firepower in a memorable come-from-behind victory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> Late-Inning Heroics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entering the bottom of the 7th inning, the Dukes found themselves trailing 9-4<\/strong>. With their backs against the wall, Circle Tap&#8217;s offense exploded for five runs to tie the game and force extra innings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rally began with a double by <strong>Tyler. Johnson<\/strong>, followed by a series of clutch hits. <strong>Scott Patterson singled, driving in Johnson<\/strong> and advancing to third on an error by Tigres&#8217; center fielder J. Cardona. Callum Beashel then singled, bringing Patterson home and cutting the deficit to 9-6.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Dukes continued to apply pressure, with Luiger Pinto striking out but reaching base on a passed ball. A walk to Cody Smith loaded the bases, setting the stage for more heroics. <strong>Matt Palazzo singled to drive in another run,<\/strong> and <strong>Justin Laskowski&#8217;s hard-ground ball single brought home two more, knotting the score at 9-9.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Extra Inning Triumph<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In the top of the 8th,<\/strong> Dukes&#8217; pitcher Matthew Beckett shut down the Tigres&#8217; offense with three consecutive strikeouts, maintaining the tie and giving his team a chance to win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The bottom of the 8th saw the Dukes capitalize on their momentum. Tyler Johnson walked to lead off the inning, and Scott Patterson&#8217;s line drive single advanced Johnson to third. Callum Beashel then delivered the final blow, singling to center field and driving in Johnson for the walk-off victory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Standout Performances<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the victorious Circle Tap Dukes:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; S. Patterson: 3-for-5, 3 RBIs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; C. Beashel: 2-for-5, 2 RBIs, including the game-winning hit<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; T. Johnson: 2-for-3, 3 runs scored, 1 double<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>M. Beckett earned the win with 1.2 innings of scoreless relief, striking out three.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the OMMA Tigres:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; C. Menchaca: 3-for-5, 2 home runs, 3 RBIs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; J. Cardona: 2-for-4, 2 runs scored<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>## Looking Ahead<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This dramatic victory will surely boost the Circle Tap Dukes&#8217; confidence as they move forward in the tournament.  For the OMMA Tigres, the heartbreaking loss will test their resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As fastpitch fans know, it&#8217;s never over until the final out, and this game was a testament to the excitement and unpredictability that makes the sport so captivating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n  table {\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    width: 100%;\n    margin-bottom: 20px;\n  }\n  th, td {\n    border: 1px solid #ddd;\n    padding: 8px;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n  th {\n    background-color: #f2f2f2;\n  }\n  .team-name {\n    font-weight: bold;\n    background-color: #e6e6e6;\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n<h2>Circle Tap Dukes 10, OMMA Tigres 9<\/h2>\n<h3>Thu, Aug 15<\/h3>\n\n<h4>Line Score<\/h4>\n<table>\n  <tr>\n    <th>Team<\/th>\n    <th>1<\/th>\n    <th>2<\/th>\n    <th>3<\/th>\n    <th>4<\/th>\n    <th>5<\/th>\n    <th>6<\/th>\n    <th>7<\/th>\n    <th>8<\/th>\n    <th>R<\/th>\n    <th>H<\/th>\n    <th>E<\/th>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>CRCL<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>3<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>5<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n    <td>10<\/td>\n    <td>13<\/td>\n    <td>3<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>OMMT<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n    <td>3<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>3<\/td>\n    <td>2<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>9<\/td>\n    <td>9<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n<\/table>\n\n<h4>Circle Tap Dukes Batting<\/h4>\n<table>\n  <tr>\n    <th>Player<\/th>\n    <th>AB<\/th>\n    <th>R<\/th>\n    <th>H<\/th>\n    <th>RBI<\/th>\n    <th>BB<\/th>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>S Patterson #9 (CF)<\/td>\n    <td>5<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n    <td>3<\/td>\n    <td>3<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>C Beashel #27 (RF)<\/td>\n    <td>5<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n    <td>2<\/td>\n    <td>2<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>L Pinto #3 (C)<\/td>\n    <td>4<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n    <td>2<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>T Damon #0 (3B)<\/td>\n    <td>4<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>F Ortellado #10 (SS)<\/td>\n    <td>3<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>C Smith #11 (SS)<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>M Palazzo #4 (DH)<\/td>\n    <td>3<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>J Laskowski #19 (1B)<\/td>\n    <td>4<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n    <td>2<\/td>\n    <td>2<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>M Harrow #34 (2B)<\/td>\n    <td>4<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>T Johnson #2 (LF)<\/td>\n    <td>3<\/td>\n    <td>3<\/td>\n    <td>2<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n    <td>1<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr class=\"team-name\">\n    <td>TEAM<\/td>\n    <td>35<\/td>\n    <td>10<\/td>\n    <td>14<\/td>\n    <td>10<\/td>\n    <td>3<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n<\/table>\n\n<h4>Circle Tap Dukes Pitching<\/h4>\n<table>\n  <tr>\n    <th>Player<\/th>\n    <th>IP<\/th>\n    <th>H<\/th>\n    <th>R<\/th>\n    <th>ER<\/th>\n    <th>SO<\/th>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>D McCullough #12<\/td>\n    <td>2.2<\/td>\n    <td>5<\/td>\n    <td>4<\/td>\n    <td>4<\/td>\n    <td>3<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>J Segura #8<\/td>\n    <td>3.2<\/td>\n    <td>4<\/td>\n    <td>5<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>6<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>M Beckett #5 (W)<\/td>\n    <td>1.2<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>0<\/td>\n    <td>3<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr class=\"team-name\">\n    <td>TEAM<\/td>\n    <td>8.0<\/td>\n    <td>9<\/td>\n    <td>9<\/td>\n    <td>4<\/td>\n    <td>12<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n<\/table>\n\n<h4>OMMA Tigres Batting<\/h4>\n<table>\n  <tr>\n    <th>Player<\/th>\n    <th>AB<\/th>\n    <th>R<\/th>\n    <th>H<\/th>\n    <th>RBI<\/th>\n    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