Sports Beat Gig Harbor baseball ranked No. 1 in state early in the season

The Gig Harbor and Peninsula baseball teams have both started their seasons undefeated, establishing themselves as formidable competitors. The Peninsula Seahawks have dominated their early games, outscoring opponents 39-1, while the Gig Harbor Tides hold a 5-0 record, having outscored their rivals 36-8. Gig Harbor's victories include a notable win against the defending Class 3A state champion West Seattle, which has propelled them to the top of MaxPreps' Class 3A state rankings. In a recent game, the Tides defeated Bellarmine 5-3, with junior right-hander Quentin Bockhorn pitching four innings of shutout baseball and striking out nine batters. Bockhorn emphasized the importance of trusting both his pitches and his defense, a sentiment echoed by head coach Ben Sleeter regarding standout player Daniel Porus.

Porus, who has drawn interest from professional scouts, continues to impress with his batting average and speed on the base paths. The combination of strong pitching and powerful hitting positions the Tides well for the remainder of the season. With both teams showing promise, the local baseball scene in Gig Harbor is generating excitement.