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Game 1

In the season's conference opener, the Southwestern Christian University Eagles faced a challenging defeat against the Oklahoma City Stars, ending with a score of 11-6 at Putnam City High School on February 22, 2025. Despite a valiant effort and a powerful third inning, the Eagles could not maintain their momentum against the Stars.

Following a brisk sunny day in Oklahoma City, with temperatures hovering around 39 degrees, both teams displayed competitive spirit right from the start. The Eagles, representing Southwestern Christian University, found their stride in the third inning when players like Jhors Gomez and Joseph Boone delivered crucial hits that resulted in a five-run inning, momentarily tipping the scales in their favor. However, Oklahoma City responded robustly. Key players for the Stars, including T. Kiraly and B. Daniel, who both hit home runs, helped shift the dynamics back in favor of Oklahoma City.

On the pitching side, Zach Gaudreau started for the Eagles but faced tough opposition from the Stars' lineup. The scoring spree from Oklahoma City featured contributions from multiple players, including H. Lenochan, A. Rensum, and J. Johnson. Southwestern Christian's Gregory Berroa, Matys Gagnon, and Joey Thornton also put up a notable fight, contributing to the Eagles' scoring efforts.

As the Eagles now stand at 12 wins and 4 losses overall, but 0-1 in the Sooner Athletic Conference, they look to rebound in their upcoming fixtures. The loss marks a pivotal start to the conference journey, and the team is eager to address the challenges showcased in this opener and refine their strategies for future successes.

Game 2

The Southwestern Christian University Eagles secured a 7-3 victory against the Oklahoma City Stars on February 22, 2025, at Putnam City HS, Oklahoma City. The Eagles' prowess was unmistakable as they improved their season record to 13-4 under sunny skies and mild temperatures.

The Eagles saw pivotal performances from several players. Gregory Berroa, Jhors Gomez, Dario Paredes, Joseph Boone, Draike Sparks, Jake Cox, and Braden Browning all crossed the plate to contribute to the team's final tally. Paredes was particularly outstanding, not only scoring runs but also driving in key runs alongside Browning, Thornton, Cox, and Boone.

The highlight of the game came in the 4th inning when Paredes hit a home run that brought in two runs, effectively shifting the momentum towards the Eagles. Paredes also impressed with a double earlier in the game. Starting pitcher Elian Cuevas delivered a solid performance, pitching 6 innings and giving up 3 earned runs, which helped secure the team's lead.

With this win, the Eagles prepare to face their next challenge on February 23, 2025, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, hoping to win the pivotal Game 3 against the Stars.