Matt Emmert hits one of his two home runs against Carey. Photo by Newsphoto.com In their last seven games, Garden City's varsity baseball team has gone 6-1 and has outscored their opponents 77-16.

Pitcher Rob Finnneran got the win against Lawrence on April 17th. He allowed only two hits and a walk while striking out eight in five innings. He also added to the offense with a home run and two RBIs. Bobby Fargnoli and Tom Lapinski also hit home runs to contribute to the 15-0 victory for the Trojans.

Continuing the series against Lawrence on April 19th, GC pitcher Colin Ridgway threw a one hitter, with the only hit coming on a two out single in the fourth inning. From that point, Ridgway went on to retire the next 11 batters leading the Trojans to a 7-0 victory.

In the third game of the series against Lawrence, Ryan Maloney earned the win for Garden City. He allowed five hits, no walks and struck out eight. Kevin Volpe went 2-for-4 with three RBIs adding to the 10-1 win.

On April 21st the team faced a tough opponent in Rockville Centre's South Side. Although GC kept it close, ultimately South Side handed the Trojans their second loss of the season with an 8-6 win.

Matt Emmert prepares to tag South Side's runner out at third. Photo by Newsphoto.com The Trojans bounced right back three days later as they played at home against Carey. Rob Finneran was on the mound again for the Trojans. He pitched five innings and gave up no runs, three hits, a walk and struck out six. He also went 3-for-3 at the plate with four RBIs. Matt Emmert hit two of Garden City's four home runs in the game.

Bobby Fargnoli hit a three run home run in the bottom of the third and Ryan Sweeney also homered bringing the final score to 15-1. You can view over 1000 photos from the team's recent home games at www.Newsphoto.com

Bobby Fargnoli is safe at home against South Side. Photo by Newsphoto.com Bobby Fargnoli is congratulated by coach Rich Smith after hitting a three run home run against Carey. Photo by Newsphoto.com Andrew Cauchi on the mound for the Trojans. Photo by Newsphoto.com Outfielder Kevin Derle makes a catch against Lawrence. Photo by Newsphoto.com Tom Lapinski is all smiles as he rounds the bases after hitting a home run against Lawrence. Photo by Newsphoto.com Ryan Sweeney connects for a home run against Carey. Photo by Newsphoto.com