Salisbury, MD – March 23, 2026
The JMB Clippers Varsity 2026 saw a competitive early stretch slip away Monday afternoon as North Caroline Varsity Bulldogs used steady offense and a dominant effort on the mound to secure a 7–1 final in a seven‑inning contest.
Early Inning Punch
North Caroline grabbed control early, scoring twice in the first and adding two more in the third to build immediate separation. The Bulldogs capitalized on traffic on the bases, consistently forcing the Clippers to play from behind while limiting extended rallies defensively.
Clippers Answer, Briefly
JMB found its lone run in the second inning as Logan Chatham provided a spark with a pair of hits on the day, including an extra‑base knock. Mitchel Layne drove in the Clippers’ only run, briefly trimming the margin and giving JMB a chance to reset momentum.
Deck Delivers the Difference
The turning point came in the sixth inning when North Caroline broke things open with a three‑run surge. Shortstop Eric Deck delivered the decisive blow, finishing a perfect 4‑for‑4 day at the plate while driving in five runs. His production accounted for the majority of the Bulldogs’ scoring and kept constant pressure on the Clippers’ pitching staff.
Pitching Performance Shapes Outcome
Ethan Poore went the distance for North Caroline, allowing just one run on six hits while striking out seven. He mixed speeds effectively and worked efficiently through traffic, facing 30 batters over seven innings. JMB used four pitchers on the afternoon, with Trevor Boston opening the game and Michael Seltzer logging key middle‑inning work.
Player of the Game
Eric Deck (North Caroline) Deck was the engine behind North Caroline’s offense, going 4‑for‑4 with five RBIs and a double. His timely hitting repeatedly came with runners aboard and ultimately decided the game.
Final
North Caroline 7, James M Bennett 1
The Clippers showed flashes at the plate and competed defensively, but North Caroline’s execution in key moments proved decisive.
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