Escanaba’s Ashton Rymkos Hits First Career Varsity Home Run in Win Over Manistique

The Escanaba Eskymos baseball team had an exciting game against Manistique on May 13, 2024, at Al Ness Field in Escanaba. With a 5-3 lead and two outs, sophomore Ashton Rymkos stepped up to bat and hit his first career varsity home run, giving the Eskymos an 8-3 lead. This key hit helped the team secure a 9-3 victory over Manistique.

Shortstop Ben Johnson also had a standout performance, making three incredible defensive plays, including a game-ending double play. Johnson finished the game 3-for-4 with two doubles and three RBI, contributing significantly to the team’s success.

Pitcher Nick Chiu earned the win, with a strong performance on the mound, allowing only one earned run in six innings of relief. Freshman Brody Ison also made a solid contribution in the first inning.

Overall, the Eskymos displayed a strong team effort, with key plays and contributions from multiple players leading them to victory. The win was a much-needed boost for the team after a tough weekend of defeats. Fans can look forward to more exciting games from the Eskymos as they continue their season.