Final Score: EELS 8, Camp Lejeune Wardogs 6 (10 innings)
Sunday, July 20
EThe EELS pulled off a dramatic 8–6 win in 10 innings over the Camp Lejeune Wardogs in a back-and-forth battle that needed extra innings to settle.
Both teams came out swinging, putting up 2 runs each in the first inning. The game stayed tight throughout, with the Wardogs holding a 5–3 lead into the 9th. But the EELS rallied late, tying the game in the 9th and plating 3 more in the 10th to seal the comeback.
Player of the Game – Jake Kight (EELS):
The EELS catcher came up big with 2 hits, including a home run, 2 RBIs, and 5 total bases. His offensive spark and leadership behind the plate helped carry the team in key moments.
Pitching Highlights:
Riley Powell (EELS) was lights-out in relief, tossing 4 scoreless innings with 7 strikeouts and earning the win.
Dom Cicale (Wardogs) battled through 4.1 innings and struck out 4, while Jake Mattox added 6 K’s in 3 innings of strong relief.
Standouts at the Plate:
James Whitney (Wardogs): 3 hits and 2 runs scored
JJ Tipton (Wardogs): 3 hits and an RBI
Randy Torres (EELS): 3 RBI, go-ahead two-run single in the 10th.
Chase Patterson (EELS): Clutch 2 RBIs
Team Totals:
EELS: 11 hits, 8 runs, 3 errors
Wardogs: 13 hits, 6 runs, 0 errors
An incredible effort from both sides in one of the most exciting games of the season so far. The Eels move on to the Winner’s bracket final, while the Wardogs drop down to the losers’ bracket and face another tough opponent in the #3 seeded River Ducks
