Catholic High's Edward Henriquez delivered a crucial hit in the eighth inning, leading to a 7-5 victory over John Curtis in a tightly contested Division I quarterfinal. With the bases loaded and one out, Henriquez visualized the moment beforehand and executed it perfectly, clearing the bases. This win allows Catholic (33-5) to continue their postseason run against the winner of the Jesuit-St. Thomas More series, while John Curtis (24-14) concludes its season.

By the Numbers
  • Catholic High is ranked No. 40 nationally by MaxPreps.
  • The game had four lead changes and lasted three hours.
State of Play
  • Catholic overcame John Curtis for the fourth consecutive time in postseason play.
  • Bennett Smith earned the win in relief, allowing two runs on three hits over three innings.
What's Next

Catholic will face the winner of the Jesuit-St. Thomas More series in the semifinal round, aiming for a further advance in the championship chase.

Bottom Line

Catholic High’s resilience in high-pressure moments underscores their potential to thrive in upcoming matches, driven by strong performances and strategic visualization techniques.