In this total afternoon shutdown, Palo Alto High School’s baseball team emerged with a great victory against our fierce rivals, Los Gatos High School, with an outstanding 5-0 win. The game, held at the Viking’s home field, was filled with great teamwork and collaboration from both teams, but Viking’s resilience and overall grit ultimately secured their success over the Wildcats. 

The Paly boys led a formidable fight where Vinnie Braga, pitcher, showcased his exceptional skills on the mound and kept the Los Gatos hitters at bay throughout the game. Braga’s precise throws and strategic placements left our opponents struggling to make solid contact, making our defense look impeccable. 

However, it wasn’t just Paly’s pitching that led our team to victory. Stanford commit Charlie Bates, a standout shortstop for the Viking’s, delivered a remarkable solo-shot. This thrusted the Paly boys with enough momentum to keep up their energy till the finale. 

Despite impressive efforts of the Wildcats, Palo Alto Baseball’s determination and teamwork prevailed with a decisive victory. 

Looking ahead, the Viking’s expressed confidence as they prepared to face Los Gatos again, aiming for nothing short of a “series sweep.” With their recent triumph and morale booster, the Paly boys are gearing up to bring the same level of intensity and focus to the upcoming rematch, eager to maintain their momentum and continue to upgrade their current record of 3-5 on the season.