PG 16U WWBA WEST NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP – July 14, 2025 | Surprise Ballpark
 
 
PPA Sticks Power Past ITZ Vipers Elite
PPA Sticks Baseball / White Sox Scout team delivered a commanding performance, defeating ITZ Vipers Elite by a score of 17-0. The game was called after just three innings due to the mercy rule, following an offensive explosion and nearly flawless execution from the Sticks.
From the first pitch, PPA made it clear they came to play. They opened the game with a six-run first inning, capitalizing on quality at-bats and forcing defensive miscues from the Vipers. Their hitters showed excellent discipline at the plate, waiting for their pitches and putting the ball in play with authority.
The second inning brought more of the same. Another six runs crossed the plate for PPA, who continued to pressure the defense with sharp ground balls, aggressive base running, and line drives into the gaps. ITZ struggled to stop the momentum and couldn’t find an answer on either side of the ball.
By the time the third inning rolled around, PPA had all the momentum and poured in five more runs to seal the game. The pitching staff was just as dominant—holding ITZ to a single hit while striking out multiple batters and keeping walks to a minimum.
On the defensive side, PPA played clean baseball, finishing the game with no errors. In contrast, the Vipers committed six errors, which extended innings and helped fuel the Sticks’ offensive surge.