(Peru, Neb.)- The Peru State Baseball Team won their home opener series, 3-1, against William Penn on Sunday and Monday. The Bobcats are now 3-5 in the Heart of America Conference and 8-12 overall.
 
Game 1 (Peru State 3 – William Penn 11)

The game, vital for both teams, showcased notable performances from the Bobcats, particularly from Xavier Solla, who not only scored two runs but also drove in one RBI and hit a home run. Other contributors included Jonas Meairs-Richman, who crossed the plate once, and Gustavo Rivera, who contributed with an RBI. Starting pitcher Kevin Diaz took the mound for Peru State, showing resilience in his outing. The highlight of the game for Peru State was the solo home run by Xavier Solla in the 3rd inning, marking a key moment. However, the effort was not enough to secure a victory.
 
Game 2 (Peru State 5 – William Penn 4)
 
From the beginning, the Bobcats demonstrated a strong offense with vital contributions from Antonio Benitez, Jonas Meairs-Richman, Gustavo Rivera, Josh Schaller, and Jomar Perez, who each scored runs to build up the team's total. Notable performances included Jomar Perez who not only scored but also drove in two critical runs, one of which came from a decisive home run that significantly swayed the game in favor of Peru State.

Casey Ogden, the starting pitcher for the Bobcats, played a crucial role throughout the game, supported by effective batting from teammates like Jonas Meairs-Richman and Xavier Solla each bringing in RBIs. Special mention goes to Antonio Benitez for an outstanding display involving 2 hits and 2 stolen bases that added to the tactical depth of the team's play.
 
Game 3 (Peru State 15 – William Penn 8)
 
The Bobcats showcased a powerful performance throughout the game. Noteworthy contributions came from Antonio Benitez, Jonas Meairs-Richman, Airam Betancour, Josh Schaller, Jomar Perez, Garrett Pavletich, Tyson Fancher, Jackson Lynch, and Xavier Solla, who all scored runs, adding up to the team's impressive total. Of note were the stunning RBI achievements with Jomar Perez driving in four runs and Xavier Solla contributing five, including a pivotal three-run homer in the third inning that dramatically swung momentum in favor of Peru State. Josh Schaller also made headlines by tripling and subsequently scoring in the fifth inning, and Blake Denson delivered a solid start as the pitcher, which was crucial in setting the tone for the game.
 
Game 4 (Peru State 11 – William Penn 4)
 
The Bobcats took control of the game, starting  a substantial lead early on. The second inning was particularly explosive for Peru State, scoring six runs. Jonas Meairs-Richman was a standout, hammering a 3-run homer that significantly swung momentum in favor of the Bobcats. Garrett Pavletich, starting pitcher for the game, delivered a commendable performance on the mound.
 
Offensively, the Bobcats were on fire. Jackson Lynch and Josh Schaller also made substantial contributions with their bats. Lynch matched Meairs-Ri's impact with a 3-run homer of his own in the fourth inning, rounding out a game filled with high-impact plays that kept the crowd on their toes.
 
Jonas Meairs-Richman, Jackson Lynch, and Josh Schaller were particularly noteworthy, not just for their home runs but also for their pivotal roles in driving in runs, accounting for a significant portion of the team's RBI tally. Players like Gustavo Rivera and Tyson Fancher also contributed crucial runs, showcasing the depth of talent in the Bobcats' lineup.
 
Next: The Bobcats will be on the road to Peosta, Iowa to play Clarke on Friday and Saturday. The games will be at 1:00 and 3:30pm.