#11 Charlotte Christian Rallies Past #21 Weddington for 11-6 Victory

Charlotte Christian School | Charlotte, NC | Tuesday March 4, 2025

On a windy Tuesday night at Charlotte Christian, Weddington jumped out to an early lead, fueled by a Cooper Gandossy RBI single and a two-run home run from James Yanz. However, Charlotte Christian's Jack Beard settled in on the mound, allowing his team’s offense to mount a comeback. The Knights took control late, with Cohen Bettencourt and Owen Farrell delivering back-to-back big hits in the sixth inning—a two-RBI double from Bettencourt followed by a two-run home run from Farrell—to seal the victory.

Weddington Standouts

• James Yanz – 3-for-4, HR, 2 RBIs, SB
• Cooper Gandossy – 2-for-2, RBI, 2 BB
• Kayden McGlauflin – 2-for-4, 2B, 2 RBIs

Weddington Pitching Performances

• Max Luzarraga – 3.0 IP, 1 H, 3 BB, 1 ER, 7 K
• Beckett Denton – 2.1 IP, 4 H, 2 ER, 3 K

Charlotte Christian Standouts

• Owen Farrell – 2-for-4, HR, 3 RBIs
• Cohen Bettencourt – 2-for-4, 2B, 3 RBIs
• Derek Vazquez – 1-for-2, 2B, 3 R, 2 BB

Charlotte Christian Pitching Performances

• Jack Beard (Win) – 5.0 IP, 8 H, 1 BB, 3 ER, 6 K
• Wade Thompson – 1.0 IP, 1 K

SCOUT BLOG

Cohen Bettencourt, C, Charlotte Christian, 2025

High Point Commit. The athletic backstop was a standout for Christian tonight. Did a good job of managing the game behind the plate when Weddington jumped out early. Behind the dish, he is a leader who receives well and is accurate with catch/throw. At the plate, bat speed is present. With added strength there is some power potential. Bettencourt went 2-4 with a double and 2RBI.

Jack Beard, RHP, Charlotte Christian, 2026

The 3/4 slot righty had the pressure of baserunners due to some wind-driven flyball hits and timely hitting from Weddington. Beard held strong through 5 innings of work striking out 6 and allowing 3 runs. He paired two fastballs with a slider for some big outs. Has a fastball that possesses heavy arm side run, and the other is a sinker with downward action. Both fastballs sit in the 84-87 range throughout the entirety of his outing. Slider has 10-3 movement profile at 74-77.

James Yanz, OF, Weddington, 2025
Yanz was the spark plug for the Weddington offense this evening. Went 3-4 with a 2-run HR and stole a bag. Has been a consistent, early threat for the Weddington offense. Super athletic, hard-nosed player.

Owen Farrell, Charlotte Christian, 2025

Charleston Southern (Football). After striking out his first two ABs, Farrell had an INF single that netted a run, and a 2-run HR that put the stamp on this game. Farrell is a strong build, that rotates very well. Bat speed is present. Better swing decisions could lead to a powerful Senior campaign.

Max Luzarraga, RHP, Weddington, 2025

Dallas Baptist commit. After seeing Luzarraga last week, there was a complete 180 on how he began the game. Of the first 9 batters of the game, he struck 7 hitters out. Early fastball velocity sat 89-91, topping at 93. Settled at 87-90 for the duration of his outing. The breaking ball showed more command with the ability to land for strikes second time through the lineup. Curveball shape was 11-5 in the range of 79-82.

Derek Vasquez, SS, Charlotte Christian, 2028

Athletic, good frame, moves well, runs well, throws well, plays SS, hits leadoff, hits left handed, understands the game. Will be a fun young player to follow over the coming years. High follow. Circle the name. Go watch him play, it is fun.

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