Merritt Island at Belen Jesuit – Game 3 – May 1 at 7 P.M.
Merritt Island Mustangs Bounce Back with a Walk‑Off Wonder
What a roller‑coaster! The Merritt Island Mustangs dropped Game 1 of the regional semifinals to Belen Jesuit, then turned the tables in Game 2 with a clutch hit that left everyone in breathless awe.
Game 1: A Rough Start
- The Mustangs fell behind early, unable to keep up with Belen Jesuit’s starter, Frankie Aleman.
- They trailed 3–0 heading into the bottom of the fourth, setting the stage for disappointment.
Game 2: A Comeback Spectacular
- In the bottom of the fourth, Connor Hurd popped a RBI single, giving the Mustangs their first look at victory.
- By the third inning, Shane Patrick had rattled out 11 batters, keeping the score low and the hope alive.
- Enter Liam Miller in the fifth; he produced another run that narrowed the gap to just one.
- With Belen Jesuit’s Max Aspuru taking over, the Mustangs rallied in the seventh: Miller shanked a massive double to tie, while senior Braden Rouleau drove the home‑run walk‑off single, clinching a 4–3 win.
Looking Ahead
- The Mustangs will head to Miami for Game 3 on Thursday, May 1 at 7 p.m., where a win would send them to the Final Four.
- Winning also forces a showdown with American Heritage, a true test of grit.
- Last year’s success feels newly alive, as the Mustangs helm back on the road to Finals.
With a bounce‑back win, the Mustangs show they’re not just a team that checks the box—they’re a team that can hit with direction when the ball is on their side, then leave the opposition knowing they’re seriously in the mix.
