Prep talk: Norco unveils standout freshman pitcher Jordan Ayala
Pitcher Jordan Ayla of Norco High made a sensational debut last week against Orange Lutheran, striking out 11 in a 2-1 victory. He retired the first 11 batters and gave up two hits with one walk in 5 1/3 innings.
'He's really good,' Norco coach Gary Parcell said.
Ayala was clocked throwing fastballs in the 90s. Besides his good velocity, it's Ayala's poise that makes Parcell convinced the right-hander has a talent for pitching. He's also a three-sport athlete, playing football, basketball and baseball.
He was originally attending South Hills until transferring to Norco in November.
'We're really young and adding a young pitcher like that takes you to another level,' Parcell said. …
The City Section boys' basketball semifinals in Division I are Wednesday, with Granada Hills hosting Poly and L.A. Jordan hosting Grant.
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