The Sharks, facing a tough Notre Dame team in a scrimmage at home yesterday, fell 8-6 in eight innings. Senior Aaron Westine pitched three strong innings for Malibu and Sophomore Greg Kernodle played very strong defense at second and third. Senior Brett Weinstock had two hits.
The Sharks had a chance to win, but weak defense and the long ball brought Notre Dame back from a 6-2 deficit. Malibu tried to mount a rally in the bottom of the eighth after falling behind in the top of the inning, but couldn't get the key base hit.
In spite of the loss, it was a promising performance, particularly considering the fact that the Sharks were without the services of Senior Phil Johnson, who was serving the first game of a three-game suspension. Westine's performance on the mound in his first live-game action in over six months showed him to be capable of making a strong contribution to the pitching rotation. Senior Daniel Williams, moving over to centerfield from left where he played during the fall and winter seasons, ran down everything hit in his direction. Kernodle's defense was impressive and he had three good at-bats, including an outstanding bunt. Senior Alex Beck handled himself well behind the plate.
The Sharks get started for real on Friday with a home game against Vasquez High in the first game of the Daily News Invitational. Starting time is 3:00 p.m.
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