The Jackson All-Stars 8u secured a decisive 6-0 victory over Berkeley 8U All Stars on Tuesday, largely thanks to a five-run burst in the third inning. Key contributions came from Luca C, who doubled in a run, Nicholas H and G R, who both drew walks with the bases loaded, and Jordan S and Tyler K, who each singled to drive in runs.
The game’s first score came in the opening inning when Nicholas H doubled to bring in a run for Jackson All-Stars 8u. Nicholas H also shone on the mound, pitching two and two-thirds innings, allowing two hits and no runs while striking out six and walking two. Shane P started for Berkeley, allowing four runs on five hits over two innings, with four strikeouts and two walks. Noah Z and Aiden B provided scoreless relief innings for Jackson.
Jackson All-Stars 8u amassed 10 hits during the game. Nicholas H, the cleanup hitter, led the team with two RBIs and went 1-for-1. Tyler K, Jordan S, and Aiden B each contributed two hits. The team also showed discipline at the plate, earning six walks, with G R and Nicholas H leading with two each. Defensively, Jackson All-Stars 8u played flawlessly, with Tyler K recording 10 fielding chances.
Logan M stood out for Berkeley 8U All Stars with two hits in two at bats from the leadoff spot. Berkeley also maintained a clean defensive record, with Danilo N making eight fielding chances.