Corona High Clinches Big VIII League Championship with Shutout Victory

In a thrilling showdown on Friday, Corona High’s baseball team secured the Big VIII League championship with a 2-0 victory over Corona Centennial, completing a dominant three-game sweep of the Huskies. The standout performance of the game came from Corona’s pitcher, Ethan Schiefelbein, who threw a shutout, giving up only five hits, striking out four, and walking just one.

With this win, Corona improved their overall record to an impressive 22-2, remaining undefeated in league play at 12-0. The team is now eyeing the No. 1 seed for the upcoming Southern Section Division 1 playoffs, with pairings set to be announced in a week.

Elsewhere in the high school baseball scene, there were several other notable matchups and standout performances. Eastvale Roosevelt secured a 6-3 victory over Norco, thanks to Chase Pulido’s clutch three-run home run in the fifth inning. Corona Santiago also emerged victorious with a 6-1 win over King, highlighted by Barrett Ronson’s home run and three RBIs.

In the Foothill League, Hart pulled off a 5-3 win against West Ranch, with Ryan De La Maza leading the charge with three hits. Birmingham continued their unbeaten streak in the West Valley League with a 6-0 shutout over Cleveland, fueled by Isaac Monterrubio’s stellar pitching and Christian Woods’ three hits.

With the high school baseball season heating up, fans can expect more exciting matchups and standout performances as teams gear up for the playoffs. Stay tuned for more thrilling action on the diamond as these young athletes showcase their skills and compete for glory.