In a thrilling conclusion to the Raymond “Mahassa” Mercer & Kathleen Fahie National Fast Pitch League, Power Outage and Synergy emerged as the champions of the men’s and women’s divisions, respectively, each completing comprehensive sweeps of their opponents.
In the men’s championship, Power Outage showcased their dominance with a decisive 9-2 victory over the two-time defending champions, Pirates, clinching the series 3-0.
Jamarli James was the standout performer in game three, delivering a stellar offensive display that proved pivotal for his team. James went three-for-four at the plate, including a spectacular solo home run to center field in the first inning, setting the tone for the match. He also added a pair of doubles in the fifth and sixth innings, further solidifying Power Outage’s lead.
On the mound, Jorge Bernadino Rijo started strong for Power Outage, allowing just two hits and two runs over three innings while striking out five batters. His performance was complemented by Jose Peña, who entered in relief and delivered three innings of shutout baseball, striking out six and walking two, effectively sealing the victory for Power Outage.
Here’s a look at those highlights.
Synergy Secures Fourth Consecutive Title
Meanwhile, in the women’s division, Synergy continued their reign with a commanding 13-3 victory over Pure Problems, completing a clean sweep of the series at 3-0 and marking their fourth consecutive championship title.
The team’s offensive prowess was on full display, with Javlyn Frett, Jamie Sedawie, and Shauliqua Fahie leading the charge. Together, they accounted for four of the team’s eight hits, contributing significantly to the scoring.
Frett’s double brought in two runs, while Makeda Fahie added a single that also scored two. Shauliqua Fahie’s sacrifice fly was instrumental in driving in two runs, and Smith’s single contributed another run to the tally. Defensively, Claury Scatliffe shone brightly, making five crucial plays to help maintain Synergy’s stronghold on the game.