While Benjamin's victory against Forest Hill wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Buccaneers had just enough and edged out the Falcons 14-12. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Buccaneers have posted since April 4, 2025.
CJ Soto
| 02/26/26 @ Forest Hill | 8 |
| 02/09/26 vs King's Academy | 4 |
| 02/12/25 @ Santaluces | 3 |
| 02/20/26 vs North Broward Prep | 2 |
| 03/12/25 vs Sports Leadership & Management | 2 |
CJ Soto made a splash while hitting and pitching. He struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. Those eight strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with two runs and one RBI.
In other batting news, Myles Reid was incredible, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with four runs and two stolen bases. Those four runs gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was David Venoff, who went 2-for-5 with three RBI and one triple.
The victory snapped Benjamin's losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 3-5 record. As for Forest Hill, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.
Benjamin will take on King's Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. The Buccaneers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lions have averaged an impressive 7.6 runs per game this season. As for Forest Hill, they will challenge Olympic Heights at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. The Falcons' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lions have averaged an impressive 6.3 runs per game this season.
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