Atlantic Trojans Defeat Harlan Cyclones in Playoff Showdown
In a thrilling playoff clash, the Atlantic Trojans overpowered the Harlan Cyclones with a 10-2 victory, showcasing a dominant fourth inning. Harlan fought back but fell short, spelling the end of their season. Don't miss the Trojans as they face Centerville next!
The Atlantic Trojans triumphed over the Harlan Cyclones with a decisive 10-2 victory during a Class 3A Regional quarterfinal in Atlantic on Thursday night. This win propels Atlantic into the semifinals, where they will face Centerville on Saturday.
Atlantic showcased a powerful offense, scoring six runs in the fourth inning alone. Peyton McLaren and Reese Ball were standout performers, with McLaren going 3-for-3 and Ball contributing 2 hits and 2 RBIs. Harlan managed to tally 2 runs on 4 hits but struggled defensively, committing four errors throughout the game.
Harlan made a brief comeback in the fourth inning, tying the game at 2-2 before Atlantic surged ahead with their late-game offense. The Trojans quickly regained control, launching a four-hit attack that closed out the game under the mercy rule.
Fans can catch the upcoming game live on 95.7 F.M. for an exciting match-up against Centerville.
For more details on the game and player performances, visit the original article: https://westerniowatoday.com/2025/07/10/atlantic-advances-to-class-3a-semifinals-with-win-over-harlan/
