Huntley Hitmen 12U defeated Storm Red 3-0 on Sunday as three pitchers combined to throw a shutout. Jeremy J induced a groundout from Padilla to finish off the game.
The pitching was strong on both sides. Huntley Hitmen 12U pitchers struck out eight, while hurlers for Storm Red sat down five.
One bright spot for Storm Red was a double by Padilla in the first inning.
Jake S earned the win for Huntley Hitmen 12U. He pitched three and two-thirds innings, giving up zero runs, two hits, and striking out five. Two relievers helped Huntley Hitmen 12U close out the victory. Jeremy J threw two innings. Jeremy recorded the last six outs to earn the save for Huntley Hitmen 12U.
Nate T led Huntley Hitmen 12U with two hits in three at bats.
Padilla went 2-for-3 at the plate to lead Storm Red in hits. Storm Red tore up the base paths, as two players stole at least two bases. Badgley led the way with two.