finished the season 29-22
Eastern Florida State College Titans Take the Postseason Stage
In a story that’d make any sports-loving heart skip a beat, the Titans managed to snag a postseason spot after a hectic Saturday double‑header against Miami Dade College. It’s the first time the team has broken into the play‑in round since the 2016‑17 season—handful of fans are shaking their heads in disbelief.
Game 1: A Heart‑Racing, Two‑Run Battle
- Miami Dade takes the early lead – Denixon Suarez knocks a RBI single in the second inning.
- Titans fight back – Shane Thomas hits a bouncing ball over first base to pile on two runs in the fourth.
- It’s a tie‑tangle: Talan Beckford ties the score with an RBI single in the fifth. The next stands is a wild‑pitch thunder‑clap in the seventh where David Zamora runs home, giving the Titans a slim edge.
- Final: 3‑2 victory for the Titans; Miami’s momentum stalls.
Game 2: A Blowout That Caught Everyone Off Guard
- Early firepower – Bryce Jackson sparks the Titans with a single that drives in Kevin Smith, putting them ahead 1‑0.
- Miami’s counterattack – Jendy Gonzalez whacks a two‑run single to vault the Sharks 2‑1.
- Titans level the playing field – Gustavo Mendez doubles, and Ryan Cerrone’s single brings another run home.
- Score locked 2‑2 until the fifth inning when Sharks add two power runs, pushing the lead to 5‑2.
- In the seventh, another run extends it to 6‑2 – the Titans are starting to crumble.
- The eighth inning is the grand finale: 12 batters on deck, and Talan Beckford delivers a grand slam, catapulting the score to an 11‑2 demolition. That’s the end of the Titans’ dreams for the day.
Despite the night’s drama, the Titans secured a precious postseason berth—over the doubts and the buzzer‑clash uncertainty. It’s a testament to perseverance, and even amid the heartbreak, fans can still cheer for a team that dared to grab the spotlight.
Why the Titans’ Journey Matters
- It’s their first postseason run since 2016‑17—a milestone that’s already turning city legends into feels.
- The experience shows the smaller schedule’s impact in the Citrus Conference, proving that early dramatic plays can set the tone.
- Even in loss, the Titans give local baseball a story worth telling.
Titans Take Their Ticket to the Postseason—But the Ride’s a Bit Rough
Eastern Florida State College’s baseball squad finally earned a spot in the postseason after cracking the play‑in on Saturday. With a scraping 3‑2 win over Pensacola State on Sunday, the Titans thought they’d snag the pallet to the next round. Twist of fate: the university’s Division I play‑in took place on Tuesday night, and the tide turned.
The Playground at St. John’s River
In a truth‑defying, “we can’t believe it” moment, Eastern Florida fell to Pensacola, 9‑3. The Pirates were a lightning bolt with back‑to‑back doubles, and the Titans were left scrambling.
Game‑Day Gerunds: How It Unfolded
- First Inning: Pensacola launched an early surge—two doubles—clipping the score 2‑0.
- Fourth Inning: The Titans fought back: Shane Thomas bounces the ball into a home run, scoring Bo Tabola and Gustavo Mendez. The gap closed to 4‑2.
- Fifth Inning: Pensacola doubled again, stretching dominance to 6‑2.
- Seventh Inning (Top): EFSC loaded the bases—Ryan Cerrone, Jason Mack, and a walk from Bryce Pax. A sacrifice fly from Kevin Smith gave the Titans one final run, closing the score 6‑3.
- Seventh Inning (Bottom): Pensacola came alive, netting three more runs and sealing the win.
Breaking the Spell: Comments from the Coach
“This team fought through injuries and played hard from beginning to end. I could not be more proud of them,” declared coach Steven Brown. It’s the sort of whisper you hear when a championship is just around the corner—or, in this case, a hole in the middle of a winning streak.
What It Means
- First postseason appearance in eight years.
- Season record: 29‑22.
Here’s to the Titans: they took that play‑in ticket, drafted a rollercoaster, went through an unexpected twist, and came closer than ever to proving that grit and a good inning are all you need. And hey, that’s got room for a few laughs along the way—life, baseball, and team spirit.
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