The men of GateWay baseball had a strong showing with a tournament record of 1-2-2 at the Jack Howell Classic which took place in Tucson, March 11-14th. The Geckos matched New Mexico JC 7-7 in their first game of the tournament, tying up the game after being down two runs in the last inning. Wednesday ended with a 3-6 loss to Indian Hills CC.
The second day in Tucson started with a 4-3 victory over Douglas College. Highlights include the Geckos entering the 9th inning down 2-3 to be saved by a winning hit by Jason Pohl. The remainder of the Jack Howell Classic had the Geckos tied up 6-6 with Langley Blaze Baseball Club of Canada, and a harsh 2-11 loss to the West Coast Cave Ducks.
"The guys played really well, especially up to the final (innings)," Coach Shabansky said. "We are making real strides for the rest of the season."
Trade in your Irish green for Gecko blue this St. Patrick 's Day as GateWay baseball faces Eastern Arizona CC in a double header at home.