IMG Academy Black came out on top against Barron Collier on Wednesday thanks in part to the team's impressive five-run fifth inning. The Ascenders took their contest against the Cougars 6-1. The win continues a trend for the Ascenders in their matchups with the Cougars: they've now won five in a row.

Kane Garcia
| 04/01/26 @ Barron Collier | 4 |
| 03/28/26 vs Parrish Community | 0 |
| 03/25/26 @ Mulberry | 3 |
| 03/21/26 vs Jackson Academy | 2 |
| 03/10/26 @ Lakeland | 9 |
Kane Garcia looked comfortable as he tossed four innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. What's more, he posted four strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March.
At the plate, IMG Academy Black got a big performance out of JP Piles, who went 2-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI. Johnson DuBose also deserves some recognition as he launched his first home run of the season.
IMG Academy Black's record now sits at 15-4. As for Barron Collier, their loss ended a six-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 13-10.
Coming up, IMG Academy Black will take on Nazareth Academy at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Barron Collier, they will face off against Venice at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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