The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs kicked off a six-game series with a decisive 5-1 victory over the High Point Rockers on August 5, 2025, at Truist Point in High Point, North Carolina. A three-run homer by Giovanni Digiacomo in the fifth inning powered the Blue Crabs, delighting the 1,021 fans in attendance and boosting Southern Maryland’s Atlantic League record to 47-40 overall and 11-13 in the second half. The win showcased the team’s offensive strength and pitching prowess, reinforcing their prominence in Southern Maryland’s sports scene.
The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs broke a scoreless tie in the fifth inning against Rockers starter Erich Uelmen (2-3). Jamari Baylor and Pearce Howard opened with singles, setting the stage for Digiacomo’s homer to right field, giving the Blue Crabs a 3-0 lead. The team added two more runs in the same inning, with Ethan Wilson and Dondrei Hubbard delivering consecutive hits. Brett Barrera singled to score Wilson, and after Gabe Klobosits replaced Uelmen, Digiacomo drove in Hubbard, securing a 5-1 advantage. Digiacomo finished with four RBIs, underscoring his pivotal role.
The High Point Rockers, now 54-34 overall and 13-12 in the second half, scored their only run in the fifth. Aidan Brewer singled, stole third, and crossed the plate on a groundout by Luis Gonzalez. Despite Max Viera’s two hits, the Rockers managed just five hits total, stifled by the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs’ pitching. Jalen Miller (7-4) earned the win, striking out five over 5.1 innings while allowing four hits and five walks. Relievers Bradley McCabe, Josh Hennessey, and Andre Scrubb held the Rockers scoreless over the final 3.2 innings, with Scrubb closing out the ninth.
The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs’ defense was solid, with shortstop Stevie Dexter and first baseman Jamari Baylor combining for eight putouts and one assist. The Rockers’ bullpen, including Klobosits, Jake Keys, and Win Scott, prevented further scoring, with Keys striking out five in two innings. However, the early deficit proved too much for High Point to overcome. The game, played under cloudy skies at 68 degrees, lasted 2 hours and 42 minutes, ending at 9:19 p.m.
For Southern Maryland fans, the Blue Crabs’ victory is a point of pride, as the team, based at Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf, continues to represent Charles County in the Atlantic League. The series continues with game two on August 6 at 6:35 p.m., pitting Southern Maryland’s Shawn Semple (6-4, 3.53 ERA) against High Point’s Brandon Backman (2-2, 5.22 ERA). Fans can stream the action on FLOBASEBALL.TV or the MixLR app, keeping Southern Maryland connected to their team’s journey.
The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs’ strong start in High Point sets the tone for a competitive series, highlighting their offensive firepower and defensive resilience. As the team pursues a strong second half, Southern Maryland rallies behind their Blue Crabs, a cornerstone of local sports culture.
