Playmaker: La Joya Matt Ortiz ready to take talents to UTRGV
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Matt Ortiz, a senior outfielder from La Joya, is set to play college baseball at UTRGV after an impressive season where he achieved a batting average over .500, ranking among the top hitters in Texas 6A. He also ranks ninth in the state for RBIs. Ortiz was selected for the Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association All-State All-Star Game, a first for La Joya. His coach, Guadalupe Barrera, praised Ortiz's confidence and leadership, noting his influence on younger players. Ortiz credits the team's playoff experiences for building his skills and confidence, helping the Coyotes reach their second regional semifinal in four years.
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