Eastmoor Academy came tearing into Wednesday's contest with three straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 10.7 runs), and they left with even more momentum. They put the hurt on the Independence 76ers with a sharp 20-4 win. The Warriors have seen this before: they got the W the last time they saw the 76ers, too.
Darren Milligan made a splash no matter where he played. He struck out six batters over four innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off one hit. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Taylor Vivens
| 04/23/25 vs Independence | 3 |
| 04/02/25 vs West | 1 |
| 04/01/25 vs South | 2 |
| 05/01/24 @ Africentric Early College | 1 |
| 04/29/24 vs West | 1 |
| + 2 more games |
In other batting news, Taylor Vivens was incredible, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April of 2024. Mario Blount was another key player, getting on base in two of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs.
Eastmoor Academy pushed their record up to 11-1 with the victory, which was their sixth straight at home. Those home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 13.7 runs over those games. As for Independence, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-7.
Looking ahead, Eastmoor Academy will challenge Liberty Union at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Independence, they will square off against Mifflin at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. The 76ers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Punchers have averaged an impressive 9.7 runs per game this season.
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