Gondos Teams Start Spring Strong

Some spring sports are not yet underway, but in those that are Venice High's teams have started off strong. The baseball and softball teams began their seasons with wins.

The softball squad hosted Hollywood in the Lincoln Classic on Saturday morning. The Gondoliers' bats were alive, racking up an impressive 13 runs on their way to a 13-5 win. They were scheduled to take on Los Angeles Fremont  later in the day.

Meanwhile, the baseball team had to wait for its eagerly anticipated season opener. The Gondoliers were supposed to start their season at home Friday against King-Drew Medical. However, that game was postponed due to rain. 

As a result, Venice started the season on the road at Hollywood. The Gondoliers, however, had no trouble opening the season with a win. After giving up two runs in the first inning, the Gondoliers pitched lights out, not allowing another run all game.

Venice took a 1-0 lead  in the top of the first inning, then scored two pivotal runs in the fourth that proved to be the difference in the 3-2 victory. The Gondoliers made up their game with King-Drew Saturday and play Bell next.

The boys' volleyball team will have to wait until Thursday to start its season, when it hosts Sylmar.

Stay tuned to Venice Patch, where we will be trying something new for the spring. Each week, we will post a recap of the week’s games. Every Monday, we will be posting a preview to the next weeks games. Lastly, we will be posting video interviews and profiles of star players from all the sports. Stay tuned!

Last note for Gondoliers fans, league rival Westchester fell to Woodland Hills Taft, 66-62, in the City Section Division I championship game Saturday at the Galen Center.