Seven-Run Third Inning Lifts Stingers to 11–8 Win
BJ Balls and JC Gamble with three RBIs apiece powers Florence-Darlington Technical College to an 11-8 victory over Francis Marion University JV at Sparrow Stadium.
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2 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 12 | 3 |
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0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
FLORENCE, S.C. — BJ Balls and JC Gamble with three RBIs apiece powers Florence-Darlington Technical College to an 11-8 victory over Francis Marion University JV at Sparrow Stadium.
Florence-Darlington Technical College secured an 11–8 victory over Francis Marion University JV, using a pivotal seven-run third inning to take control of the game. JC Gamble led the offensive effort, going 3-for-5 with three RBIs and two runs scored. BJ Balls added a strong performance with two hits, three RBIs, and three stolen bases, creating consistent pressure on the basepaths. Jace Rainey contributed with two hits, including a double, while driving in one run and scoring twice. He also matched Balls' aggressive baserunning effort with three stolen bases. Tanner Beckley added power to the lineup with a home run, while also stealing two bases and scoring a run.
On the mound, Lukas Loring earned the win with a scoreless inning of relief, allowing no hits or runs. Elvin Pascual provided a steady presence out of the bullpen, pitching 2 1/3 innings while allowing just one hit and striking out two. Despite a late push from Francis Marion, the Stingers maintained their lead to secure the victory.
FDTC Top Performers
- Scored 2 runs and recorded 2 hits
- Achieved 3 RBIs and stole 3 bases
- Contributed 3 hits and 3 RBIs
- Scored 2 runs and hit 2 doubles
- Hit a home run and recorded 1 RBI
- Stole 2 bases and scored 1 run
- Scored 2 runs and hit 2 doubles
- Stole 3 bases and recorded 1 RBI