The last Los Gatos High School varsity boys baseball game of the regular season was definitely a thrilling show.
The team had an impressive start to the away game in Carmel on Saturday. They stormed out to an 8-0 lead through six innings.
Their pitching was impressive and their defense looked like an impenetrable wall.
Going into the game, the squad had an amazing 23-4 record and their players were looking forward to the playoffs. Los Gatos coach Mike Minkle told the Los Gatan they always look forward to facing-off with Carmel. That’s because Carmel is known for playing tough. Minkle said he was pleased with the way the contest started. He just needed his players to finish off strong.
But then, Carmel stormed back, scoring five unanswered runs.
Thankfully, the game ended before Carmel could do too much damage.
The Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District’S Top official was there to watch the game
Minkel’s impressive career has spanned nearly two decades. He has an immense passion for the game, as well as an MBA and a Masters of Arts degree in teaching.
Now, Minkel explains, he’s getting his team zoned-in to their playoff strategy. Minkel told the newspaper he really enjoys seeing the team’s enthusiasm for the game.
But as happy as he was with the early play in this weekend’s game, he couldn’t help but note how they almost came unraveled.
Minkel previously told the Los Gatan the team is so talented he rarely selects the same lineup two games in a row.
Coach Minkel says he’s planning to stay with the team for the foreseeable future.
The Los Gatan spotted Acting Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District Superintendent Heath Rocha at the game. He said it was exciting to see the team win their final game of the season. It’s been an impressive ride, he added, noting he’s definitely looking forward to the playoffs.
