Miami came out on top against Somerset Academy on Tuesday thanks in part to the team's impressive five-run seventh inning. The Stingarees walked away with an 8-4 win over the Panthers. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Stingarees.
Alex Semet spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on six hits.
At the plate, Randy Mercedes was incredible, going 3-for-4 with one home run. That home run was his first of the season. Another player making a difference was Shawn Perez, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Miami was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .394. They are a perfect 6-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Miami's record is now 7-3. As for Somerset Academy, the defeat snapped their winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 8-3 record.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Miami will face off against Plantation at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Somerset Academy, they will challenge Coral Springs Charter at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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