Santa Cruz High's baseball team suffered a narrow 12-11 loss to Capuchino in a wild, eight-inning nonleague game, despite a strong hitting performance.

By the Numbers
  • Santa Cruz finished with a season-high run total of 11.
  • The Cardinals had 10 hits, with five of them going for extra bases.
  • The game saw the lead change hands three times over the final five innings.
Yes, But

The Cardinals' missed opportunities with runners left on base contributed to their narrow loss.

State of Play
  • The game was played with playoff intensity, reflected in the back-and-forth lead changes.
  • Santa Cruz faced strong pitching from Capuchino, with the game extending to extra innings.
What's Next

Santa Cruz will face Archbishop Mitty next on Friday at noon.

Bottom Line

A strong offensive showing wasn't enough for Santa Cruz as Capuchino secured a thrilling victory in extra innings, showcasing the resilience and competitive spirit of both high school baseball teams.