On Tuesday night, the Long Beach Millikan baseball team traveled to face off against Beckman in a CIF‑SS Division 3 quarterfinal showdown.
The game opened with Beckman striking first, plating a run that put them ahead early, while Millikan’s pitchers kept the opposition in check throughout the early innings.
The Turning Point
In the top of the eighth inning, Millikan’s offense erupted, stringing together a series of hits that shifted the momentum decisively.
An RBI single brought the tying run home, and a subsequent sacrifice fly added a second run, setting the stage for a three‑run burst that put Millikan ahead.
The final scoreboard read 3‑1 in favor of Millikan, a result that sent the team marching into the semifinals of the tournament.
Looking Ahead
With the victory, Millikan now prepares for the next round, carrying the momentum from their late surge and aiming to extend their season.