Freedom's game on Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They skirted past the King Lions 12-11. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Patriots have posted against the Lions since March 16, 2021.
David Simpkins
| 04/02/26 vs King | 6 |
| 03/24/26 vs Wharton | 4 |
| 03/17/26 vs Riverview | 5 |
| 03/14/26 @ Carrollwood Day | 4 |
| 03/10/26 vs Armwood | 0 |
| 03/03/26 vs Chamberlain | 10 |
David Simpkins made a big impact no matter where he played. He struck out six batters over 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in March. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with two RBI and one run.
In other pitching news, Trent Strawser looked comfortable as he tossed 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Gavin Tarr, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one double. That's the most runs he has posted since back in March of 2025. The team also got some help courtesy of Brady Hall, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Freedom's victory bumped their record up to 13-7. As for King, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-16.
Coming up, Freedom will challenge Morgan at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for King, they will face off against Leto at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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