Week 2 Game Recap: #12 Horizon vs. #13 Centennial
March 8, 2024
#12 Horizon 10 vs. #13 Centennial 5
In a highly anticipated matchup between #12 Horizon and #13 Centennial, two high-level 5A schools clashed in a tight contest that unfolded after five innings. Ultimately, Horizon surged ahead in the later stages of the game, securing 4 late runs in the 6th and 7th innings.
Nathan Carrillo, a St. Peter’s commit, was the standout of the day, going 3-4 at the plate and launching a majestic home run over the left field wall in the top of the 7th. Carrillo, making his first start on the mound for the season, showcased his potential as the workhorse for the Huskies with an upper 80’s fastball with quality command in the zone.
24’ RHP/C Nathan Carrillo
— Prep Baseball Arizona (@PrepBaseballAZ) March 8, 2024
(Horizon)@PeacocksBASE commit with a solid first outing of the season. Carrillo showed easy velo with the fastball and command to both sides of the plate with spotty offspeed at times. Carrillo had a big homerun late in the game giving the Huskies a… pic.twitter.com/KKRJtKerJx
Another notable performance came from outfielder and Pima commit Quintin Hennesy, who went 3-5 with 2 RBI, proving to be a pivotal player for the Huskies. Hennesy stands out as one of the top outfielders in Arizona's senior class showing good foot speed on both sides of the ball and a solid glove.
24’ OF Quintin Hennesy
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(Horizon)@PBR_Uncommitted with a shot to right for a single. Hennesy is one of the top uncommitted OF in the state for the 24 class.@quintinhennesy8 ll @SheaSbranti pic.twitter.com/UmOsRTD88l
On the Centennial side, freshman Bobby Villa, the #2 prospect, continued his impressive form, hitting his first high school home run over the right field wall. Villa's combination of a high-level glove, plus-speed, and offensive prowess positions him as a rising star in the 2027 class. Villa was a standout at last years Junior Futures Games in Georgia and in this springs Preseason All-State Games.
With the solid starts for both programs both Horizon and Centennial showcased their potential to make a deep run in the AIA playoffs, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.
UPCOMING EVENTS
SHOWCASE | STATE | DATE | LOCATION |
Arizona Rising Stars ID | AZ | 04/13 | Grand Canyon University - Phoenix, AZ |
Arizona Rising Stars ID - Session 2 | AZ | 04/27 | Grand Canyon University - Phoenix, AZ |
Mesa Summer ID | AZ | 05/29 | Desert Ridge High School - Mesa, AZ |
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