The latest round of Orange County baseball playoffs delivered a slate of compelling performances, highlighted by Newport Harbor's 4-1 victory over Great Oak. Gavin Guy turned in a complete-game effort on the mound, limiting the opposition to a single run while his teammates capitalized on scoring opportunities.
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Fullerton also advanced with a narrow 7-6 win over Corona del Mar, thanks to a go-ahead RBI single from Lucas Delgadillo in the late innings. The team will now travel to face Agoura on Friday, looking to carry their momentum into the next round.
Other notable results included Laguna Beach's 7-2 triumph over Woodbridge, avenging an earlier loss, and Marina's 11-7 win over La Quinta, which featured two five-run innings. Irvine edged Citrus Valley 3-2, while Rancho Alamitos erupted for a 13-10 victory over Edgewood, driven by Aidan Martinez's three doubles and four RBIs.
Santiago rounded out the action with a 7-6 win over St. Pius X-St. Matthias, highlighted by Matthew Rubin's home run and two RBIs. Across the board, teams displayed a mix of strong pitching, timely hitting and resilient defense, underscoring the competitive nature of this year's postseason.