Trojans Split Rivalry Finale, Secure T-Trophy Series Win

The Everett Trojans closed out the six-game T-Trophy Rivalry series with a doubleheader split against Edmonds College on April 11, using a dominant Game 1 performance before falling in a tightly contested Game 2 where Edmonds had to walk it off in the 9th. With the split, Everett secured the season series 4-2 over their rivals and now sit in the drivers seat at the top of the north region standings.

Game 1: Everett 9, Edmonds 2

Everett broke the game open early and never looked back, using a five-run third inning to take control on the way to a 9-2 win.

Key Performers:

• Blake Skinner led the offensive explosion, going 3-for-4 with a double, a home run, and 6 RBI, including a decisive grand slam in the third inning.
• Lukas Cheha stayed hot at the plate, finishing 3-for-5 with two runs scored.
• Julian Unay contributed across the board with a hit, two runs scored, an RBI, two walks, and two stolen bases.
• Lucas Coma added two runs and reached base twice.

The Trojans tallied 11 hits and 9 runs, capitalizing on timely hitting and aggressive baserunning with three stolen bases.

On the mound:

• Chase Halvorson earned the win, going 6.1 innings while allowing two runs on seven hits.
• Hiroshi Johnson closed it out effectively, tossing 2.2 scoreless innings.

Game 2: Edmonds 3, Everett 2

The nightcap turned into a pitcher's duel, with Everett holding a 2-0 lead in the 9th before Edmonds walked it off.

Key Performers:

• Julian Unay delivered in the clutch with a 2-RBI double in the 9th inning to give Everett a 2-0 lead.
• Lukas Cheha continued his strong day, collecting two more hits.
• Davis Downer added a hit and scored a run.

Everett finished with 6 hits and 2 runs, but left some runners on which allowed Edmonds to climb back in.

On the mound:

• Basil Hendrix was outstanding, throwing 5.1 scoreless innings while allowing just one hit and striking out five.
• Dylan Hicks was solid in relief until the ninth, when Edmonds capitalized on a three-run walk-off home run.

Doubleheader Summary

Across the two games, Everett showcased both its offensive firepower and pitching depth:

• Runs: Everett 11, Edmonds 5
• Hits: Everett 17, Edmonds 11
• Team Highlights: Strong starting pitching, timely extra-base hits, and aggressive baserunning defined the day.

The Trojans' Game 1 offensive surge—highlighted by Skinner's six-RBI performance—set the tone, while Game 2 demonstrated the team's ability to compete in tight, late-game situations.

Most importantly, Everett clinched the T-Trophy Rivalry series 4-2, and now sits at the top of the north region standings with a one game lead over Edmonds and the tiebreaker advantage.