For the second straight game, North Summit will face off against Millard. The Braves will be playing at home against the Eagles at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. North Summit has given up an average of 10.6 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
North Summit managed to slip by Millard the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Braves came up short against the Eagles on Tuesday, falling 17-11. Despite running the score up even higher than they did in their prior game on Friday (ten), the Braves still had to take the loss.
For Millard's part, Zach Higgins was a standout: he went 3-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most runs Higgins has posted since back in March of 2025. The team also got some help courtesy of Branson Adams, who went 3-for-4 with three runs, two doubles, and one RBI.
Millard was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .441. That's the best batting average they've posted all season.
With the victory, Millard broke their five-game losing streak and moved their record to 2-7. As for North Summit, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.
Millard's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: North Summit has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .478. It's a different story for Millard, though, as they've only averaged .361. Will they be able to contain North Summit's hitters? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
