A Narrow Victory in the Sixth Inning
The afternoon’s showdown between 5th Ward AC and Muhlenberg unfolded under clear skies, with the two sides locked in a seesaw battle that would not be decided until the latter stages of the game.
The decisive moment arrived in the sixth inning, when 5th Ward AC erupted for three runs, shifting the momentum and ultimately carving out a 5-4 lead that would prove insurmountable.
At the plate, Dave Furjanic paced the offense with a pair of solid hits, while Zac Frentz, Joshua Perugorria, Trajan Dompier and Ryant Rivera each added their own contributions to keep the scoreboard ticking.
The rally was further bolstered by RBI singles from Justin Miranda, Frentz, Dompier and Rivera, ensuring that the three-run burst was more than just a flurry of hits — it translated into concrete runs.
On the mound, Diego Serrano earned the win after a gritty 4.1‑inning outing that saw him surrender four runs on just two hits while striking out five batters, a performance that kept his team within striking distance.
Closing out the game, Ryant Rivera delivered 2.2 innings of pristine shutout baseball, fanning three opponents and sealing the victory for his side.