If IMG Academy Black was riding high fresh off their 16-3 takedown of Grove City last Saturday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Ascenders came up short against the Sebring Blue Streaks on Thursday, falling 6-0. The match marked the first time this season in which the Ascenders were not able to get on the board.
IMG Academy Black got a good showing from Romolo DeCenzo, who pitched four innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. DeCenzo has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
IMG Academy Black's loss dropped their record down to 16-3. As for Sebring, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 11 of their last 12 contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-4 record this season.
IMG Academy Black and Sebring should be looking forward to their upcoming games as both have a sizable advantage in the MaxPreps Florida Rankings. The Ascenders will face off against Inspiration Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Friday with a big rank advantage (8 vs. 106). The two teams have allowed few runs on average (IMG Academy Black 3.6, the Lions 3.6) so any runs scored will be well earned. Meanwhile, Sebring (ranked 65th) will meet Lake Placid (ranked 410th) at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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