Tulare, CA — Delano Tigers Varsity stayed in it until the end, but Tulare Union pulled away late in a 2-1 victory on Tuesday. The game was tied at one with Tulare Union batting in the bottom of the fifth when Jon Rising singled on a 0-1 count, scoring one run. The pitching was strong on both sides. Tulare Union pitchers struck out eight, while Delano Tigers Varsity sat down three. Clark Mueller pitched Tulare Union to victory. He lasted two innings, allowing zero hits and zero runs while walking one. Aidan Garaygordobil took the loss for Delano Tigers Varsity. He lasted two innings, allowing four hits and two runs while walking one. Aaron Moran started the game for Tulare Union. He allowed zero hits and one run over five innings, striking out eight Casey Jasso started the game for Delano Tigers Varsity. He allowed one hit and zero runs over four innings, striking out three and walking one Rising led Tulare Union with two hits in three at bats.