Henderson, NV – April 12, 2024 – The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) displayed a formidable show of strength and skill in their Friday afternoon matchup, trouncing Community Christian College (CCC) with a staggering 24-2 victory before a home crowd at Morse Stadium. Fans in attendance witnessed a relentless offensive performance by CSN that left their opponents reeling.
The game began with a quick offensive burst from CSN, setting a high pace that continued throughout the match. In the first inning alone, Kaiden Smaka made a dramatic statement by sending a pitch to deep center field resulting in a three-run in the park home run, energizing the team and setting the mood for the rest of the game. The early lead provided by Smaka was swiftly expanded by his teammates, with Nicky Garritano and Teddy Chartier making significant contributions.
Nicky Garritano emerged as one of the standout players, consistently delivering at the plate. He accumulated four hits over the course of the game, which included a crucial two-run double in the third inning that further widened the gap between the teams. Garritano's impressive performance underscored his pivotal role in CSN's lineup, driving in a total of four runs.
Tyman Long's power at the plate was equally devastating. In the sixth inning, Long hit his second home run of the day, a grand slam that effectively sealed the game for CSN, pushing their lead to an insurmountable 24-2. His display of power and timing highlighted the depth of talent in the CSN squad, as he rounded the bases to the cheers of the enthusiastic home crowd.
Teddy Chartier was not to be overshadowed, contributing a triple that turned into a scoring play due to an outfield error by CCC, followed by a solid double that brought in more runs. His aggressive baserunning and keen eye at the plate played a key role in amplifying CSN's offensive onslaught.
On the defensive side, pitcher Kaden Soder delivered a strong performance on the mound, securing his second win of the season. Over three innings, Soder struck out seven batters and allowed two earned runs. His efforts were ably supported by relievers Aaron Rubio and Hunter Alberini, who kept CCC's batters at bay, allowing no runs in their combined four innings of work.
Community Christian College struggled to find their footing both defensively and at bat. Fielding errors, particularly a costly one by center fielder A. Herrera, led to unearned runs that only deepened their deficit. J. Farner's two-run homer provided a brief moment of reprieve, but it was not enough to mount a significant challenge.
CSN's commanding win is not just a testament to their powerful batting lineup but also speaks volumes about their strategic approach and execution under pressure. As they continue their season, this game will likely stand as a highlight, showcasing their potential to contend seriously in their league.The impressive victory not only strengthens their record but also sends a strong message to their competitors. With such depth in both batting and pitching, CSN is shaping up to be a formidable force in college baseball this season.
