IMG Academy Teal came out on top against DME Academy on Saturday thanks in part to the team's impressive five-run sixth inning. The Ascenders sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 7-6 win over the -. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Ascenders have posted since February 13th.
Chanjin Park and James Shoukry did most of the damage at the plate: Park went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run, while Shoukry went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. That's the most runs Shoukry has posted since back in February. Charlie Rothbard was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: IMG Academy Teal kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
IMG Academy Teal's win bumped their record up to 8-11. As for DME Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 22-6.
Looking ahead, IMG Academy Teal will welcome Southeastern Prep Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Ascenders are facing the Falcons at the right time seeing as the Falcons are stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for DME Academy, they have already played their next game, a 7-5 victory against IMG Academy Silver on the 18th.
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