News Summary
In a thrilling encounter, the Hub City Spartanburgers secured a narrow 9-8 victory against the Greenville Drive during a special tribute to the Negro Leagues. The match showcased outstanding performances, including Dylan Dreiling’s two-run home run. With this win, the Spartanburgers maintain their top position in the South Atlantic League, enhancing their season record against Greenville to 13-1. The game celebrated local baseball history and emphasized youth engagement in the sport. Looking ahead, the Spartanburgers aim to extend their lead in the standings.
Spartanburg – The Hub City Spartanburgers achieved a thrilling victory over the Greenville Drive on August 24, 2025, in a special “Salute to the Negro Leagues” game at Fifth Third Park. The Spartanburgers clinched the game with a final score of 9-8, solidifying their status as the top team in the Upstate and improving their record against the Drive to 13-1 for the season.
This win allows the Spartanburgers to maintain a one-game lead over Greenville in the South Atlantic League South Division standings as they strive for a playoff spot, with 12 games remaining in the season.
Both teams donned special jerseys that honored the historic Greenville Black Spinners and Spartanburg Sluggers. The tribute was not only a celebration of local baseball history but also served to educate young fans about the significance of the Negro Leagues.
The game lasted over three and a half hours and featured a series of high-scoring plays, with neither team’s starting pitcher managing to complete the first inning due to early struggles. The Spartanburgers’ starter, Kolton Curtis, walked the first four batters and was replaced after recording just one out. Adrian Rodriguez took over and limited the damage, allowing three runs in the opening frame.
On the other side, the Drive faced their own setback as starting pitcher Austin Ehrlicher exited the game early due to a throwing hand injury, leading to Adam Smith stepping in as relief. The early changes in pitching contributed to a high-paced, scoring affair that captivated fans throughout the evening.
Leading the offense for the Spartanburgers was Dylan Dreiling, who had a standout performance with three RBIs, including a two-run home run that contributed to the team’s offensive push. Additionally, key hits from Antonis Macias and Gleider Figuereo, both with RBI doubles, helped solidify the Spartanburgers’ lead.
After a back-and-forth game, the Spartanburgers reclaimed the lead in the fourth inning propelled by a combination of a balk, a wild pitch, and Dreiling’s impressive home run. The Drive responded fiercely and briefly took the lead again in the sixth inning, scoring three runs to make it 8-6. However, the Spartanburgers rallied in the bottom of the sixth, tying the game and setting the stage for an exciting finish.
Adonis Villavicencio earned the win for the Spartanburgers, while Mailon Felix secured the save, capping off an intense match that highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams. The game’s celebratory nature was underscored by the participation of Archie Means, a former second baseman for the Sluggers, who threw the ceremonial first pitch, connecting present players with the legacy of the Negro Leagues in Spartanburg.
As the Spartanburgers look ahead to their next game against the Asheville Tourists, scheduled for August 26, 2025, at 6:35 p.m. ET, they remain focused on maintaining their lead in the standings and continuing to honor the historical significance of baseball in their community.
This celebration not only enhances the awareness of local baseball history but also emphasizes the importance of youth baseball initiatives in the area, ensuring that the legacy of teams like the Sluggers and Black Spinners remains a vital part of Spartanburg’s sporting culture.
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Additional Resources
- Independent Mail
- Wikipedia: Negro Leagues Baseball
- Greenville Online
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Baseball
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- Google News: Negro Leagues Baseball
- WYFF4
- Google Search: Spartanburg Baseball
- Post and Courier
- Google Scholar: Negro Leagues
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