Irvine, CA — Michaela Melcher showed a strong eye at the plate on Saturday, as Melcher walked three times while leading Beckman Junior Varsity Patriots to a 16-6 victory over Woodbridge Junior Varsity. Beckman Junior Varsity Patriots got on the board in the bottom of the first inning after Melcher singled, scoring one run, Gisele Reyes drew a walk, scoring one run, and Camila Mier singled, scoring two runs. Beckman Junior Varsity Patriots added to their early lead in the bottom of the second inning after Samantha Champion walked, Melcher walked, and Beckman Junior Varsity Patriots scored on a wild pitch, each scoring one run. Sydney Bower pitched three innings in relief for Beckman Junior Varsity Patriots. The reliever surrendered three hits and two runs (zero earned) while, striking out six and walking two. Reyes began the game for Beckman Junior Varsity Patriots. The righty gave up one hit and four runs (three earned) over two and one-third innings, striking out three and walking seven. Rachael started in the circle for Woodbridge Junior Varsity. They allowed four hits and 15 runs (13 earned) over two and one-third innings, striking out none and walking 18. Mier, Melcher, Clara Chang, and Bower each collected one hit for Beckman Junior Varsity Patriots. Mier and Melcher each drove in two runs for Beckman Junior Varsity Patriots. Beckman Junior Varsity Patriots had a strong eye at the plate, collecting 18 walks for the game. Melcher and Alyssa Avila led the team with three walks each.