Aiken Baseball Club Secures Playoff Victory
The Aiken Baseball Club opened its American Legion playoff run with a decisive 6‑2 win over Greenwood Post 20, a result that underscores the team’s depth and poise under pressure.
Starting pitcher Blake Freeland delivered a solid outing, striking out four batters while surrendering just two runs on nine hits over five innings, a performance that set the tone for the club’s disciplined approach on the mound.
Head coach Tripp Bryan praised the squad’s ability to generate timely hits and take extra bases, noting that those small advantages proved decisive against a competitive Greenwood side.
The club finished the regular season with a 7‑4 record, earning second place in the Midland West division and securing a favorable playoff seed.
Jeremiah Yarborough was a standout at the plate, driving in three runs and adding two hits in three at‑bats, a contribution that helped stretch the lead in the early innings.
Road Trip to Dutch Fork Awaits
Awaiting the Aiken Baseball Club in the second round is Dutch Fork Legion AAA, with the first game scheduled for July 8 on the road and a return match slated for July 9 at South Aiken High School.
Coach Bryan believes the team is peaking at the right moment, pointing to a combination of sharp hitting, aggressive base running, and steady pitching as the formula that could carry them deep into the tournament.