The Scottsdale Community College baseball team rallied for an 8-6 win yesterday at home against South Mountain, picking up a critical split of the two-game set.

SCC led 6-2 after five innings, before the Cougars rallied to tie the game in the ninth. SCC plated two in the ninth for the walk-off win.

Dylan Noah had three hits, including a home run and four RBI. Hank Smith also had three hits.

Jase Johnson (2-1) picked up the win in relief of starting pitcher James Hubbard.

The game wraps up the Artichokes' tour through the ACCAC Division I programs. SCC posted a 6-8 mark, one of their best in recent years.

The return series against the Division II programs begins this Friday, when SCC hosts Gateway at 3 p.m. They will play at Gateway on Saturday. First pitch is scheduled for 12 p.m.

SCC is currently 10-16 in league play and in a tie for third place with 12 conference games remaining. They are four games back of first place and three games back of second place.

All SCC regular season home games for 2023-24 are free of charge. However, any donation is welcome and will help the department navigate our current financial landscape. Donations can be made by visiting this link https://scc-maricopa.nbsstore.net/athletic-donations-2. The Artichokes Athletics Department thanks you in advance.