The Rams of Millikan fell 3-1 in the CIF-SS Division 3 semifinal on Tuesday, a game that left ten runners stranded on base and ended a three‑year streak of Moore League championships.
Semifinal Showdown
Agoura’s offense proved decisive, going 3‑for‑3 with runners in scoring position and capitalizing on three stolen bases that each crossed the plate.
The turning point came in the seventh inning when Alan Machado and Adrian Ramirez delivered back‑to‑back singles, but the rally fizzled as the Rams could not push across the tying run.
Bell’s Dual Impact
Daunte Bell, the senior center‑fielder and pitcher, delivered a heroic catch in center field and then shut down the opposing lineup by tossing the final three innings, allowing just one run.
Zack Partee anchored Agoura’s pitching staff, delivering six scoreless innings before the bullpen took over, while Bell’s late‑game heroics kept Millikan within striking distance.
Bell, who is committed to the University of Houston, finished the season with a 23‑8 record and three consecutive Moore League titles to his name, a testament to the program’s consistency.
Looking Ahead
Agoura will meet Mira Costa in the Division 3 championship game, a matchup that promises another tightly contested battle.
For Millikan, the loss marks the end of a remarkable run but also sets the stage for a promising future built around players like Bell and the emerging talent on the roster.