Bellville Tygers 18U Dominate Under Friday Night Lights with Perfect Game Performance

In an electrifying Friday night league matchup, Bellville Tygers 18U delivered a commanding performance, shutting out the Kuilsriver Cardinals 13-0. The star of the evening was Rian Kuyk, who pitched a perfect game, striking out 13 batters over six flawless innings.

Kuyk was in total control on the mound, allowing zero hits, zero runs, and no walks, securing a rare and historic performance. But his dominance didn’t stop there—he was just as lethal at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two doubles and a single, driving in key runs for the Tygers.

Early Offensive Explosion

Bellville Tygers wasted no time getting on the scoreboard, breaking through in the first inning with a flurry of runs. Kuyk set the tone with an RBI double, followed by a sacrifice fly from Hozaya Williams, an error that allowed another run to score, and a clutch two-run single by Tyler Govender. By the end of the first inning, the Tygers had already built a 5-0 lead.

The offense continued in the second inning, where Kuyk doubled to center on an 0-2 count, bringing in two more runs. The Tygers remained aggressive at the plate, drawing a total of eight walks, with Jaryd Rhode leading the way with three.

Strong Team Effort

Beyond Kuyk’s heroics, Bellville’s entire lineup contributed to the victory. Lyle Farrell collected two hits in four at-bats, while both Farrell and Cody Forbs were threats on the base paths, each stealing multiple bases. The Tygers ran wild, swiping eight stolen bases in total, applying constant pressure on the Cardinals’ defense.

On the defensive side, the Tygers played a clean game, committing zero errors, with Govender handling a game-high 13 chances in the field.

Kuilsriver’s Struggles

Kuilsriver Cardinals struggled against the relentless Tygers, with their starter, Juvandre Daniels, surrendering nine runs (five earned) on five hits over 1.1 innings. While the Cardinals turned a double play, they couldn’t contain Bellville’s aggressive offense.

A Game to Remember

The night belonged to Rian Kuyk, whose perfect game and all-around performance secured a statement win for the Tygers. With their pitching, defense, and offense clicking, Bellville Tygers 18U continue to showcase why they are a force to be reckoned with in the league.

🐯🔥 Final Score: Bellville Tygers 18U 13, Kuilsriver Cardinals 0

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