Fort Collins - Week 7 - Highlights

Edora Field 1 (6pm)

Merican Made (Texas Orange) vs. Lunchbox Violators (Neon Orange): Merican Made set out to prove they are the team to beat this season, and boy, did they make a statement! They scored four runs in the 1^st inning, four runs in the 2^nd, two in the 4^th, four in the 5^th, and six in the 6^th. However, the highlight of the game came from the Lunchbox Violators’ Corine Stevenson, whose quick-handed catch in left field quickly vaulted to the top of the SportsCenter Top 10! See the highlight here! Merican Made wins 20-0.  

Edora Park Field 2 (6pm)

Benny THE JET Rodriguezes (Navy) vs. Kickin Grass and Takin Names (Carolina Blue):

With playoff positioning on the line, stakes were high going into this contest! Benny THE JET Rodriguezes drew first blood in the 1^st inning, and then scored two more in the 2^nd to take the early lead! Then Paul “Wowza” Wowk and Aaron “Super” Novacek from Kickin Grass and Takin Names teamed up for a key out at home that partially turned the tide. However, with the game 3-1 heading into the top of the 6^th inning, Taylor “The Scorer” Stauffer from Benny THE JET Rodriguezes regained the momentum for her squad with a slide into first base and then a slide at home to score an additional run. Grant “The Stopper” Stauffer from Benny THE JET Rodriguezes would then throw to home for the first part of a double play in the bottom of the 7^th inning to end the threat. Benny THE JET Rodriguezes wins 6-2.

Edora Park Field 3 (6pm)

Kicktease (Neon Orange) vs. RiKickulous (Neon Yellow):

This game was tight through two innings until Kicktease finally got on the scoreboard in the top of the 3^rd. However, former league MVP Aaron Gaston from RiKickulous made sure the scoring didn’t get out of hand by stopping a run from scoring with a bull’s-eye throw from 3^rd base! Meanwhile, Paul Hueber from RiKickulous had some impressive diving catches at third base as well after Gaston was forced to leave the game due to an injury. The true MVP though was once again Adam Eccher from Kicktease, whose tough pitching kept the RiKickulous scoring threats at bay. Eccher said after the game, “It was RiDiculous how our whole team really stepped up tonight. Our game was definitely more kick than our usual tease if you know what I mean…” Kicktease wins 4-2.

Edora Park Field 1 (7pm)

Merican Made (Texas Orange) vs. Freeballers (Purple):

After putting up 20 runs in the first game of their doubleheader, could Merican Made come out with the same firepower in this one???!!! They jumped out to a 3-0 lead after the first inning, but then sputtered a bit by only scoring in two other innings throughout the game. However, their defense was top notch the whole time, with the highlight being Taylor Nichol’s diving over-the-shoulder catch in left field in the bottom of the 3^rd inning. For the Freeballers, the Brandy Mclease-Brian Hardouin defensive connection was solid all night, including their tip/miss catch in the 6^th inning.  See the highlight here! Unfortunately, it wasn’t enough to overcome the impenetrable Merican Made defense. Merican Made wins 7-0. 

Edora Park Field 2 (7pm)

Flint Tropics (Tropical Blue) vs. Ballz n Dollz (Lime):

The Flint Tropics were looking to prove that they have what it takes to win it all, and they definitely had a strong showing in this one! However, it’s never easy against Ballz N Dollz, especially when Phil “The Pill” Alvarado is making one-handed tip catches for double plays, like he did in the top of the 1^st inning… The Flint Tropics had a strong defensive showing as well though—Meghan “The Wiley Coyote” Wilson showcased her volleyball skills while making a key catch in the bottom of the 3^rd inning. But once again pitcher Matt “The Carver” Kelly utilized his crazy spin balls to pitch a shutout. Now on to the playoffs!!! Flint Tropics win 7-0. 

Edora Park Field 3 (7pm)

Where My Pitches At (Cardinal Red) vs. Oilers (Violet):

The Oilers were in dire need of a bounce back win heading into the Horsetooth Cup playoffs, so they were hoping their championship reputation would proceed themselves against Where My Pitches At… The Oilers didn’t disappoint early on in terms of their offense by scoring four runs in the top of the 1^st inning. Meanwhile, the Oiler’s defense remained as stout as ever with Bill Lamon leading the way, including a couple first to third base double plays for outs. Paul Schwarz, Captain of the Oilers, said after the game, “This win was huge for our confidence heading into the postseason. We were thankful our ‘shock and awe’ campaign really scared off the opposing team right from the outset.” Oilers win 7-0.