Sharks Explode for Eight in Fifth to Complete Doubleheader Sweep Over Seminole State

Miami, FL - Miami Dade capped off the doubleheader with an offensive explosion, rallying past Seminole State College of Florida for a 14-7 win behind a massive fifth inning.

The Sharks found themselves in an early hole as Seminole State jumped out to a 6-2 lead through three innings, highlighted by a three-RBI hit in the third. Even after Miami Dade chipped away, Seminole State responded with a solo home run in the fourth to take a 7-6 lead into the final frame.

That's when the Sharks flipped the game completely.

Miami Dade erupted for eight runs in the fifth inning, turning a one-run deficit into a commanding lead. Leyani Viruet tied the game with an RBI single before Amanda Handa gave the Sharks their first lead since the opening inning with a run-scoring hit up the middle. Savannah Barlow followed with an RBI single, and Valeria Rivera added another to extend the advantage.

The biggest blow came off the bat of Sofia Reyes, who cleared the bases with a three-RBI double to left center, breaking the game open. Caroline Mito followed with an RBI single to cap the eight-run inning and seal the 14-7 victory.

Offensively, Miami Dade piled up 17 hits, with multiple players delivering standout performances. Reyes led the charge with three hits and three RBI, while Barlow finished with two hits and two RBI. Makayla Deleon added three hits and two RBI, and Eriksson reached base four times while scoring twice. Mito also drove in a pair, continuing her strong day at the top of the lineup.

In the circle, Jaylene Mieres picked up the win in relief, while Ella Brooks shut the door late with 1.2 scoreless innings to secure the victory.