Prep sports roundup: Birmingham closes in on league title after win over El Camino Real
Birmingham High's baseball team defeated El Camino Real 9-1, completing a two-game sweep and moving closer to securing their first West Valley League title under coach Matt Mowry. Nathan Soto pitched six strong innings, while Carlos Acuna, Toni Mendoza, and Jordan Lindsay each recorded two hits. The Patriots now hold a one-game lead over El Camino Real with a crucial series against Cleveland upcoming.
- ▪Birmingham High won 9-1 over El Camino Real, completing a two-game sweep.
- ▪Nathan Soto struck out five and allowed no walks in six innings.
- ▪Carlos Acuna, Toni Mendoza, and Jordan Lindsay each had two hits in the game.
- ▪The Patriots have a one-game lead over El Camino Real in the West Valley League standings.
- ▪This season marks Birmingham's chance to win their first West Valley League title under coach Matt Mowry.
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