Week 7 Game Recap: #4 Brophy vs. #6 Basha
April 12, 2024
#4 Brophy Broncos 8 vs. #6 Basha Bears 5
In a highly anticipated matchup between two top-ranked teams, the #4 Brophy Prep Broncos clashed with the #6 Basha Bears in a thrilling baseball showdown. The Broncos continued their impressive streak this season with a commanding 8-5 victory over the Bears.
Brophy's offense came alive with a total of 12 hits, showcasing their strength at the plate. One of the standout moments came in the top of the 5th inning when Willie Cornejo-Farmer launched a solo home run over the left field wall, igniting a scoring spree for the Broncos.
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24’ 1B Willie Cornejo-Farmer
(Brophy)@lmulionsBSB commit with a 🌙 shot over the left field wall for a solo Jack. Brophy adds 3 in the top half of the 5th taking a 7-4 lead. @wcornejofarmer ll @SheaSbranti pic.twitter.com/lBLLy9z7gN
Sophomore catcher Jonah Castle also delivered a stellar performance, going 2-3 with 2 crucial RBI's, while Johnny Casale contributed with a 3-4 hitting performance, driving in an additional run on 3 singles.
26’ C Jonah Castle
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(Brophy)@PBR_Uncommitted with a backside shot for an RBI single. The Broncos went on to add 3 more in the inning off a safety squeeze and past balls. We head into the bottom half with brophy up 4-1.@prepbaseball ll @SheaSbranti pic.twitter.com/UOrWBhHLm1
However, it was relief pitcher Benton Hickman who stole the show with his dominant performance on the mound. Coming in during the bottom half of the 3rd inning, Hickman displayed remarkable composure and skill, shutting down the Basha offense for the remainder of the game.With a fastball ranging between 88-90 mph and a deceptive low mid 3/4 arm slot, Hickman baffled hitters with his sinker and racked up an impressive 7 strikeouts over 5.1 innings pitched. His stellar outing proved instrumental in securing the victory for the Broncos and showcased his potential to be a key player in the upcoming playoff season.
25’ RHP Benton Hickman
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Fun look 👀 at @PBR_Uncommitted RHP Hickman in last nights matchup between Brophy vs Basha. The RHP came into relief in the bottom of the 3rd with an 88-90mph fastball that showed to get on a strong Basha lineup with some arm side ↙️.
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Overall, the matchup between Brophy Prep and Basha lived up to its hype, with the Broncos emerging victorious thanks to a combination of powerful hitting and stellar pitching. As the season progresses, both teams will undoubtedly continue to showcase their talent and competitiveness on the field.
UPCOMING EVENTS
| SHOWCASE | STATE | DATE | LOCATION |
| Arizona Rising Stars ID | AZ | 04/13 | Grand Canyon University - Phoenix, AZ |
| Arizona Rising Stars ID - Session 2 | AZ | 04/27 | Grand Canyon University - Phoenix, AZ |
| Mesa Summer ID | AZ | 05/29 | Desert Ridge High School - Mesa, AZ |
| 2024 ProCase - West | AZ | 06/02 | Pepperdine University |
| Top Prospect Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only) | AZ | 06/03 | Grand Canyon University - Phoenix, AZ |
| Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only) | AZ | 06/10 | American Family Fields of Phoenix |
| West Side Summer ID | AZ | 06/18 | Canyon View High School - Waddell, AZ |
| Glendale Summer ID | AZ | 07/16 | Apollo High School - Glendale, AZ |
| Future Games (Class of 2026/27) | NATIONAL | 07/24 | LakePoint Sports |
| Junior Future Games (Class of 2028/29) | NATIONAL | 07/24 | LakePoint Sports |
| Senior Future Games (Class of 2025) | NATIONAL | 07/24 | LakePoint Sports |