Farmington hadn't done well against Peoria Christian recently (they were 0-5 in their previous five matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Saturday. Farmington blew past Peoria Christian 8-2. The Farmers might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three games by six runs or more this season.
Bronson Atchley spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on seven hits and racked up 12 Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Henry Easley, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-4. Those two stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Jacob Evans was another key player, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Farmers
| 03/29/25 @ Peoria Christian | 8-2 |
| 03/27/25 vs Monmouth United | 13-5 |
| 03/26/25 @ Deer Creek-Mackinaw | 6-4 |
| 03/25/25 vs Stark County | 7-6 |
| 03/24/25 vs Delavan | 11-1 |
The win (which was Farmington's fifth in a row) raised their record to 5-2. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.0 runs over those games. As for Peoria Christian, they are on a six-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Farmington will have a chance to go back-to-back against Peoria Christian: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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