Florence Christian Edges Pee Dee Academy 6-5 in Varsity Baseball

The Eagles scored the winning run in the top of the eighth inning to defeat the Golden Eagles in a close game.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 9:07pm

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The Florence Christian Eagles defeated the Pee Dee Academy Golden Eagles 6-5 in an eight-inning varsity baseball game played in Mullins, South Carolina on Tuesday, March 31. Florence Christian took an early 3-0 lead in the second inning, but Pee Dee Academy tied it up at 3-3. The teams traded runs over the next few innings before Florence Christian scored the winning run in the top of the eighth to secure the victory.

Why it matters

This was an important early-season matchup between two strong high school baseball programs in the region. The close, back-and-forth nature of the game highlights the competitiveness of the local baseball scene and the passion of the fans who support these teams.

The details

Florence Christian scored 3 runs in the top of the second inning to take a 3-0 lead. Pee Dee Academy then scored 3 runs in the bottom of the inning to tie it up. Florence Christian regained the lead with a run in the fourth and another in the fifth, but Pee Dee Academy tied it again in the sixth. The game went to extra innings, and Florence Christian scored the winning run in the top of the eighth. Both teams had 6 hits and 3 errors in the game.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
  • Florence Christian scored 3 runs in the top of the second inning.
  • Pee Dee Academy scored 3 runs in the bottom of the second inning to tie the game.
  • Florence Christian scored a run in the top of the fourth inning to take a 4-3 lead.
  • Florence Christian added another run in the top of the fifth inning to go up 5-3.
  • Pee Dee Academy scored a run in the bottom of the sixth inning to cut the lead to 5-4.
  • Pee Dee Academy tied the game 5-5 in the bottom of the seventh inning.
  • Florence Christian scored the winning run in the top of the eighth inning.

The players

Miles Wiggins

A player for Pee Dee Academy who had a double, a sacrifice fly, and an RBI in the game.

Chandler James

A player for Pee Dee Academy who had a single and 2 RBIs.

Tristan Heckman

A player for Pee Dee Academy who had a single, 3 walks, an RBI, and scored a run. He also stole a base.

N. Bryd

A player for Pee Dee Academy who had a single, a walk, and scored a run.

Gage Elliott

A player for Pee Dee Academy who had a single and was hit by a pitch. He also pitched 2.1 innings, allowing no runs.

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What they’re saying

“Support your team.”

— Unknown

What’s next

The 9-3-1 Pee Dee Academy Golden Eagles will travel to Florence to face the 2-1 Florence Christian Eagles on Thursday, April 2.

The takeaway

This close, back-and-forth game between two strong high school baseball programs showcases the competitive spirit and passion of the local sports community. Fans of both teams will be eager to see the rematch between these two squads.