Storm Defeated by Cougars

**Clackamas Triumphs Over Chemeketa**

On March 25, 2025, at Oregon City, OR, Clackamas Community College emerged victorious against Chemeketa Community College with a final score of 6-3. 

**Game Breakdown**

Clackamas took an early lead in the first inning with a series of strategic plays. K. Petersen, who was instrumental throughout the game, was among the first to score thanks to an RBI single by K. Carapinha. A pivotal moment came when J. Rush's double brought A. Vainuku-J home, contributing to the 3-0 lead by the end of the inning.

Chemeketa responded in the second inning with a two-run homer by J. Vermillion, narrowing Clackamas' lead to 3-2. Yet, Clackamas continued to capitalize on Chemeketa's mistakes, scoring additional runs off wild pitches and errors in subsequent innings. By the fourth inning, Clackamas had stretched its lead to 6-2.

Despite a solo homer by Chemeketa's J. Rule in the sixth inning, Clackamas maintained their defensive prowess, preventing further advances from Chemeketa. Both teams ended the game with seven hits, but it was Clackamas' ability to leverage Chemeketa's two errors that sealed their win.

**Pitching Performance**

Clackamas pitcher K. West secured the win with a solid performance, pitching all seven innings and allowing just three runs with four strikeouts. Chemeketa's J. Rule, who took the loss, faced challenges with control, as indicated by seven walks and two wild pitches over six innings.

**Key Players**

For Clackamas, K. Petersen stood out with two hits, and his aggressive base running resulted in four stolen bases. J. Rush also contributed significantly with two RBIs.

Chemeketa's J. Rule and J. Vermillion were key offensive players, each delivering a home run. However, the team's efforts fell short against Clackamas' tactical plays and solid pitching.

As both teams look ahead to their next matchups, Clackamas will aim to build on their winning momentum, while Chemeketa will seek to refine their strategies and bounce back from the defeat.

**Clackamas Outscores Chemeketa with a Commanding 14-4 Win**

In an impressive matchup, Clackamas Community College overwhelmed Chemeketa Community College with a decisive 14-4 victory on March 25, 2025, in Oregon City, OR. The game, which lasted only 1 hour and 37 minutes, showcased Clackamas' potent offense and effective pitching.

Clackamas set the tone early, exploding for four runs in the first inning. K. Petersen started the momentum, scoring the first run thanks to a single by Z. LeBreton. A. Young further extended their lead with a two-RBI single, and a passed ball allowed another run to cross the plate, putting Chemeketa in an early hole.

Chemeketa responded in the second inning, scoring three runs to tighten the gap. K. Long's double plated H. Nicholson, and A. Wilsey's single brought Z. Moore home. A fielding error by Clackamas allowed Chemeketa to score their third run, narrowing the deficit to just one run.

However, Clackamas proved relentless, adding another four runs in the bottom of the second inning, capitalizing on aggressive base running and strategic hitting. Z. LeBreton's speed on the bases contributed significantly, stealing two bases and scoring multiple runs throughout the game.

Z. LeBreton was particularly outstanding for Clackamas, going 3-for-3 with two RBIs and multiple stolen bases. T. Thompson also contributed heavily with three RBIs on two hits. The team's aggressive base running and solid defense were key to their victory, with only one error compared to Chemeketa's three.

On the mound, J. Bents secured the win for Clackamas, pitching 3.1 innings and allowing only three earned runs. K. West provided solid relief, giving up just one run over 1.2 innings.

Chemeketa struggled to keep pace, with pitcher A. Wilsey taking the loss after allowing 10 runs, eight of which were earned, across three innings. Despite some resistance from hitters like A. Wilsey, R. Shumaker, and J. Vermillion, who each drove in a run, Chemeketa couldn't close the gap against Clackamas' relentless attack.

Ultimately, Clackamas' offensive depth and precise execution on both sides of the ball highlighted their dominance, making them a formidable contender as the season progresses. The teams will look to learn from this opener as they continue their early-season schedules.