Day Two Highlights
The second day of the 11U Futures Invitational delivered a slate of high‑stakes matchups, with several programs securing their places in the upcoming quarterfinals.
Knights Knation continued its dominant run, routing The Future Elite 12‑0. The offensive onslaught featured strong contributions from Jaylen Carpenter, Omar Villasenor, Aiden Izquierdo and Declan Silverstein, each delivering key hits.
SBA National also advanced, edging Premier Banditos 13‑5. Cooper Thissen provided the decisive blow with a two‑run double that shifted momentum.
MVP Hustle posted a 10‑0 shutout over Canes Southwest National, showcasing a pitching performance anchored by Taz Tulowitzki and a timely hit from Kai Ruiz.
Other games added drama: Devine Baseball downed Ghost National 11‑5, highlighted by Chase Batterson’s perfect 4‑for‑4 effort; East Cobb Astros edged SBA Southeast 6‑5, with CJ Kaminski’s go‑ahead sac fly proving pivotal; and DG29 Baseball Academy rallied from a 3‑0 deficit to beat Stacked Futures 8‑4, driven by Koda Graziadei and David Thomas II.
With each result, the tournament’s competitive balance tightens, setting the stage for a quarterfinal round that promises further excitement. USA Baseball, the event’s governing body, continues to oversee the competition.