Washington, PA – Corpus Christi went 5-1 in the South Zone tournament, which was hosted in Youngsville, LA. The Corpus Christi squad opened with a 15-0 win over Bastrop, then lost to NASA Orange 8-6. The Texas rallied back with a 9-2 victory of International Westside Outlaws, 13-1 win over White Settlement, a 9-0 shutout over San Juan, and a finally a 2-0 win over Palmview to win the zone.

Led by head coach Alberto Ortiz, the Devils showed resilience and consistency throughout the tournament. 

“We play smart, situational baseball and support each other through every inning,” said Ortiz. “Our team’s greatest strength lies in our baseball IQ and mental toughness. That unity and ability to bounce back makes us stronger every game.”

The Corpus Christi’s preparation is built on consistency and a commitment to fundamentals. 

Ortiz emphasized, “We’re sticking to what’s brought us success all season, focusing on fundamentals, sharpening our skills, and working to improve every day. Our practices are intentional and game-like, allowing us to fine-tune our execution while maintaining the high standards we’ve set for ourselves since day one.”

Now, Corpus Christi is focused on one thing - the World Series. 

“We expect to compete,” Ortiz continued. “This tournament brings together some of the best teams in the world, and we’re excited to be among them. We know we’ll be in tight games against great opponents, and we’re ready for that level of intensity. Above all, we expect to play the game the right way, with respect, hustle, and heart.”

The heart of this team, however, goes far beyond the box scores.

“This team is more than just players on a roster, we’re a family,” Ortiz said. “We’re grateful for the opportunity to showcase what we’ve worked for, and we’re proud to represent our community on a world stage. No matter the outcome, we’ll give it everything we’ve got.”

Watch as Corpus Christi takes on Bay County, MI in game four of the Printscape PONY League World Series on Saturday, August 9, at 2:30 PM/ET.