On Thursday, the IMG Academy White Ascenders beat the Shorecrest Prep Chargers 6-2.
Jack Markeim tossed a big game, striking out seven batters over six innings while giving up just two earned runs off six hits. Bodhi Aldridge relieved him and did a solid job, pitching an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks).
At the plate, Stephen Cole was excellent, going 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.
On Shorecrest Prep's side, Eli Thomas was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. He struck out six batters over six innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits (and only one walk). Thomas has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Thomas was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.
Thomas wasn't the only one making solid contact as two players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Jake Diner, who went 2-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.
IMG Academy White now has a winning record of 8-7. As for Shorecrest Prep, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-9.
IMG Academy White will look to defend their home field on Friday against Indian Rocks Christian at 6:00 p.m. IMG Academy White is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.3 runs per game this season. As for Shorecrest Prep, they will head out on the road to challenge Victory Christian Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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