Bryce was an excellent batter. I mean, he has to be in order to make the varsity team as a sophomore. But also, I feel like he had proven himself against Durham Prep. As for his performance against University? I couldn't hold it against him when I couldn't do any better.
Against the Lassen Union relief pitcher, he showed off more of his energy, swinging violently at anything close. On a 1-2 count, he connected and sent a hard grounder between third and short, safely making it to first base. The team clapped for him as it was our first hit against this pitcher.
Noah was quick to follow up with a single of his own, pushing Bryce to second.
I came up to the plate with two on and no outs. I should avoid grounders to avoid any double play balls. I need to get this ball to the outfield. I stepped into the batter's box and faced the pitcher. He wasn't as fast as Ricky, but he had more control over his pitches, aiming for difficult spots.
