The North Summit Braves will challenge the Millard Eagles at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. North Summit has given up an average of 10 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
North Summit couldn't beat South Summit on Tuesday even though they stacked six runs on them in the third inning. The Braves took a 17-12 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Wildcats. The Braves haven't had much luck with the Wildcats recently, as the team has come up short the last five times they've met.
Max Shaw and Kestin Richins stepped up to the plate in a big way. Shaw got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one double, while Richins got on base in four of his five plate appearances with two runs, one double, and one RBI. That double marked the first that Shaw has hit this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Traxton Olsen, who went 2-for-5 with three RBI.
Fans were treated to a battle of the Eagles on Wednesday. Millard lost 10-4 to American Leadership Academy. That's two games in a row now that Millard has lost by exactly six runs.
Zach Higgins made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went a perfect 4-for-4 with two stolen bases and two runs. Another player making a difference was Bodie Memmott, who went 1-for-3 with three stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.
Millard's defeat dropped their record down to 1-6. As for North Summit, their loss dropped their record down to 2-4.
Millard's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: North Summit hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .328. It's a different story for Millard, though, as they've only averaged .235. Will they be able to contain North Summit's hitters?
North Summit suffered a grim 12-6 defeat to Millard in their previous matchup back in March of 2025. Will the Braves have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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