Hays Larks vs Hutchinson Monarchs

In the championship game, the Hays Larks emerged victorious over the Hutchinson Monarchs with a 7-3 win.

The Monarchs jumped to an early lead, scoring three runs in the second inning, but the Larks steadily chipped away, beginning with a run in the third. A critical turning point came in the eighth inning when the Larks broke a 3-3 tie by scoring two runs, followed by a three-run burst in the ninth, capitalized by a three-RBI performance from Wilbert Espinal.

Despite Hutchinson’s 10 hits, they couldn’t convert more runs, leaving 14 runners stranded on base.

Hays’ pitching staff, led by reliever Garrett Hicks and Dalton Campbell effectively stifled the Monarchs after their initial outburst, with Hicks earning his fourth save of the tournament.

Monarchs’ pitcher Ian Lanik took the loss.

Kaleb Duncan also played a pivotal role for the Larks, driving in two runs.

The Monarchs, aiming for back-to-back championships, had strong performances from Camden Johnson and Jack Gardner but couldn’t match the Larks’ timely hitting.

This win marks a significant achievement for Hays, securing their first NBC World Series Championship.

6 PM: Hutchinson Monarchs vs Kansas Cannons

In a thrilling semifinal game, Hutchinson KS Monarchs defeated the Kansas Cannons with a final score of 7-5, securing their place in the championship game.

The Monarchs’ offense was led by Camden Johnson, who went 1-for-4 with two RBIs, and Will Edmunson, who also contributed with two RBIs on a 1-for-5 performance. Jaden Gustafson added a triple, and Reese Ratchford chipped in with a crucial two-run double. The Cannons were led by Lane Haworth, who went 1-for-4 with an RBI, and Gannon Snyder, who had two RBIs from a 1-for-3 performance. Mike Williamson added two more RBIs with a 2-for-5 effort.

On the mound, Jace Miner started for the Monarchs and pitched 6.1 innings, allowing four runs on seven hits while striking out nine. Reed Scott closed the game effectively for the Monarchs, earning the win with a scoreless ninth inning. For the Cannons, Jacob Holzer started and went 5.2 innings, giving up three runs on five hits with six strikeouts. Mason Munz, who took the loss, struggled in the ninth inning, allowing three runs on three hits.

The game remained scoreless through the first five innings until the Monarchs scored three runs in the sixth. However, the Cannons responded with one run in the sixth and took the lead with a four-run seventh inning. The Monarchs rallied to tie the game in the eighth and sealed the win with three runs in the top of the ninth inning.

With this victory, the Monarchs advance to the championship game, while the Cannons finish the tournament in third place.

8:30 PM: Hays Larks vs Lonestar Baseball Club

The Hays Larks defeated Lonestar Baseball Club with a score of 7-3, securing their place in the championship game.

Lonestar started strong, scoring one run in each of the first three innings, but their momentum was halted as the Larks’ pitching staff took control. The Larks responded with four runs in the first inning, fueled by a strong performance from Garrett Gruell who hit a home run and drove in four runs. Kaleb Duncan also contributed significantly with two RBIs.

Despite a valiant effort from Lonestar’s Andre Jackson who went 5-for-5, they struggled to capitalize on their opportunities, leaving nine runners on base.

Luke Spencer of the Larks earned the win by shutting down Lonestar’s offense over 4.1 innings, allowing no runs and only four hits.

Patrick Collopy took the loss for Lonestar, allowing five runs in just over an inning.

The Championship will be between the Hays Larks and the Hutchinson Monarchs, first pitch will be at 7 PM.

10 AM: Kansas Cannons vs Derby Twins

In an extra-innings game, the Kansas Cannons edged out Derby KS with a 9-8 victory. The Cannons took an early lead with a three-run fifth inning, featuring a home run by Hunter Alvord. Lane Haworth was the standout performer for the Cannons, going 5-for-6 with a double and an RBI, while Chase Diggins drove in three runs with a double and a sacrifice fly. Mike Williamson also contributed with an RBI single.

Derby KS responded with a three-run sixth inning, tying the game at 5-5. Kade Sheldon shined for the Twins with a home run and two RBIs. Nolan Ganter added three hits and an RBI, while Brayden Luikart contributed with a two-run single in the ninth inning to push the game into extra innings.

In the tenth inning, the Cannons scored the winning run with a combination of walks and a single by Haworth. Landyn Sterling secured the win, pitching 1.2 scoreless innings despite facing a few tense moments.

The Cannons advance to the Semifinals.

1:30 PM: Hays Larks vs Tulsa Sandlot

The Hays Larks emerged victorious against Tulsa Sandlot OK with a final score of 4-2. The Larks started strong, with Kaiden Ashton leading the charge by scoring three runs and hitting two triples. Kaleb Duncan contributed with two RBIs, while Garrett Gruell and Houston Russell each added an RBI to the tally. Will Carpenter also had a solid performance, going 2-for-4 at the plate.

Tulsa Sandlot tried to rally in the fifth inning, scoring two runs, but ultimately fell short. Jackson Smith doubled and drove in one of the two runs for the Sandlot team. Noah Goodshield and Chandler Fowler managed to get on base and score runs, while Soloman Skalnik added a double to the effort.

On the mound, Ismael Cordoba started for the Larks, pitching 4.1 innings and allowing two runs (one earned) while striking out four. Aiden Schmidgall earned the win in relief, throwing 3.2 scoreless innings, and Garrett Hicks closed out the game with a perfect ninth to secure his second save of the tournament.

For the Sandlot, Mason Pennington took the loss, giving up two runs (one earned) over 2.2 innings. David Dean and Logan Tibbett provided solid relief, but the Sandlot’s offense couldn’t muster enough to overcome the early deficit.

The Larks move to 4-0 in the tournament and will advance to the semi-finals Friday night.

6 PM: Hutchinson Monarchs vs the Santa Barbara Foresters

The Hutchinson Monarchs edged out Santa Barbara Foresters with a score of 3-2. The game was marked by strong pitching performances from both teams. For the Foresters, Jackson Cloud pitched 7 innings, giving up only 3 hits and 2 earned runs while striking out 7. Jake Fields pitched in relief, allowing just one unearned run over 1 inning.

Offensively, the Monarchs were led by Camden Johnson and Jaden Gustafson, each driving in a run to secure the victory. Johnson went 2-for-4 with an RBI, and Gustafson contributed with a hit and an RBI as well. The Monarchs scored their two initial runs in the third inning and added an insurance run in the eighth.

For the Foresters, Andrew Semo had a standout performance, going 3-for-4 with a double. TJ Pompey scored one of the team’s runs, and Jonah Sebring added two hits. The Foresters scored in the second inning and mounted a late rally in the ninth, scoring another run, but ultimately fell short.

Bradyn McClure earned the win for the Monarchs, pitching 7 innings and allowing only one run on 4 hits while striking out 5. Reece Usselman and Ian Lanik earned the save despite allowing an unearned run in the ninth.

The Monarchs’ victory advances them to the semifinals where they will play the Kansas Cannons, while the Foresters finish in fifth place.

8:30: Lonestar Baseball Club vs Seattle Cheney Studs

In the quarterfinal matchup, Lonestar TX defeated the Seattle Studs with a 6-2 win, advancing them to the semifinals where they will face the Hays Larks.

Lonestar’s offense was spearheaded by Andre Jackson, who had an outstanding performance, going 4-for-5 with three runs scored and an RBI. JJ Garcia also contributed significantly, going 2-for-5 with a double and three RBIs. Rayvaughn Morgan added two hits and an RBI to Lonestar’s tally. The Studs struggled offensively, managing only three hits throughout the game. Makana Murashige and Logan Shepherd were responsible for the Studs’ two RBIs, with Murashige also scoring a run.

On the pitching side, Jaden Bahl delivered a strong start for Lonestar, pitching 7.2 innings, allowing two runs on three hits, and striking out seven. David Luikart closed the game with 1.1 perfect innings, earning the save. For the Studs, Peter Herrick took the loss, giving up four runs (three earned) on five hits over three innings. Brice Foster provided solid relief, pitching 3.1 innings without allowing a run and striking out three.

 

 

9 AM: Kansas Cannons vs Haysville Aviators

The Kansas Cannons defeated the Haysville KS Aviators 6-3 in a well-fought game. The Cannons took an early lead with two runs in the second inning and extended it with a run in the third and two more in the fifth. The Aviators managed to put a run on the board in the fourth inning, thanks to Brenden Fry’s RBI double, but couldn’t capitalize on opportunities, leaving nine runners on base throughout the game.

Chase Diggins was a standout for the Cannons, reaching base four times, including a double and scoring three runs. Gray Bane contributed with a key two-RBI double. On the mound, Keegan McDonald earned the win, pitching three scoreless innings in relief, while Mark Hoffman secured the save, allowing two runs over the final three innings.

Jude Stephens took the loss for the Aviators, struggling with control and allowing three runs over two innings. Despite a solid effort from Xander Roberts in middle relief and a scoreless inning from Parker Bender.

The Cannons will move on to play the Derby Twins tomorrow with the time still TBD.

NOON: Hutchinson Monarchs vs Liberal Bee Jays

The Hutchinson KS Monarchs defeated the Liberal KS Bee Jays with a 15-4 victory. The Monarchs’ offense exploded in the fifth inning, scoring 11 runs and effectively sealing the game. Jaden Gustafson went 3-for-5 with two doubles and three RBIs, while Camden Johnson added three hits and two RBIs, including a triple.

On the pitching side, Kamden Edge started for the Monarchs and threw 2.1 innings. Garrett Folmar stepped in and steadied the game, earning the win with 2.2 scoreless innings, allowing just four hits and striking out three. Reed Scott closed out the game, giving up one run over two innings.

For the Bee Jays, J. Brooks Kappelmann started strong, pitching four scoreless innings. Josh Doerr took the loss, giving up six runs on five hits in just 0.1 innings. Rylan Figueroa and Logan Wade combined to allow nine more runs over the next 2.2 innings.

The Bee Jays had notable performances from Miller Durham, who went 1-for-3 with an RBI double, and Ryota Kusumoto, who added an RBI single.

The Monarchs advance to the next round of bracket play where there will be a 2023 championship game rematch against the Santa Barbara Foresters.

6 PM: Lonestar Baseball Club vs GPS Legends

The Lonestar Baseball Club escaped with a 10-7 win over GPS TX in a high-scoring game. Kory Schmidt had a standout performance for Lonestar, going 3-for-4 with two doubles, a home run, and four RBIs. Sage Sanders also contributed significantly with a home run and three RBIs.

For GPS TX, Cooper Knight and Dayton Tockey each had two hits and an RBI, while Jackson Rainey drove in two runs with a double.

Key highlights from the game include Kory Schmidt’s two-run homer in the first inning, which set the tone for Lonestar. GPS TX had a three-run rally in the sixth inning to temporarily tie the game at 5-5. However, Lonestar responded with a decisive four-run seventh inning, taking a 9-5 lead. Christian Okerholm secured the save for Lonestar despite giving up two runs in the ninth inning.

GPS TX is eliminated. Lonestar moves on and will play the Seattle Cheney Studs Thursday night at 8:30.

Noon: San Diego Stars vs Derby Twins

The San Diego Stars beat Derby Twins with a final score of 6-3.

The Stars struck first in the fourth inning with Jason Wright driving in a run. Dylan Fishbough, showcased his consistency by going 2-for-3 and scoring twice. Hunter Kaul contributed significantly with two RBIs, including a crucial hit in the eighth inning that extended the Stars’ lead.

The Twins’ offensive highlights included T. Otts, who went 3-for-5 with two RBIs, driving in runs in the ninth inning. Despite their late effort, it was not enough to close the gap. The Twins struggled to capitalize on their opportunities, leaving eleven runners on base.

Jose Rijo on the mound, delivering 5.2 innings of solid work, allowing no earned runs on four hits while striking out two. Jacob Mead, Landon Pinceno, and Blake Peyton provided valuable relief, with Pinceno and Peyton each navigating tight situations to preserve the lead.

Both teams move to 2-1 in pool play and will move into tiebreakers for 1st place in the pool.

3 PM: Kansas Cannons vs Air Capital Flyers

The Kansas Cannons delivered a 9-0 shutout over the Air Capital Flyers. The Cannons exploded for 12 hits, led by Chase Diggins’ three-hit performance, including a double and a stolen base. Gannon Snyder also contributed significantly with two RBIs and a triple. The Cannons’ offense proved relentless, scoring runs in all but the third inning.

On the mound for the Cannons, Mason Munz was masterful, tossing a complete-game shutout while striking out 10. His dominant performance silenced the Air Capital lineup, which struggled to generate any momentum against the Cannons’ pitching staff. The Flyers’ offense was completely overmatched, managing only two hits throughout the game.

The Air Capital Flyers go 0-3 in pool play are eliminated for the NBC World Series. The Cannons move to 1-2 and will not receive a first round bye but will move onto bracket play.

6 PM: Hays Larks vs Lonestar Baseball Club

The Hays Larks trounced Lonestar Baseball 9-0. The Larks set the tone early, scoring two runs in the second inning, followed by additional runs in the fourth, sixth, and a massive five-run ninth inning. Leading the charge was Thomas Lyssy, who went 2-for-4 with a double and two RBIs, while Will Carpenter also had a standout performance with three hits, including three RBIs. Taber Stokes contributed significantly with three hits and three RBIs as well.

On the mound, Nolan Wilson pitched six scoreless innings, allowing only two hits and striking out eight to earn the win. Luke Spencer and Garrett Hicks combined to complete the shutout, giving up just two more hits and striking out three in the process.

Despite solid efforts from Lonestar’s Kory Schmidt, who collected two hits, and JJ Garcia, who swiped a base, the team struggled to generate offense, leaving eight runners on base. Lonestar’s Chris Perez took the loss, allowing three earned runs over four innings.

Hays improves to 3-0 in pool play and will be the pool winner and receive a first-round bye. Lonestar will advance to bracket play with a pool play record of 2-1.

9 PM: BOULDER COLLEGIANS VS. LIBERAL BEE JAYS

In a high-scoring affair, the Liberal KS Bee Jays outslugged the Boulder CO Collegians, winning 13-9. The Bee Jays jumped ahead with three runs in the first inning and never looked back.

Boulder responded with a seven-run fourth inning, highlighted by Diego Castellanos and Isaac Sobieszczyk’s key hits, but Liberal matched them with a seven-run fourth inning of their own. Julius Ramirez led the Bee Jays, going 2-for-3 with two doubles and six RBIs, including a crucial sacrifice fly. Ben Merriman also had a stellar game, going 3-for-5 and scoring three runs.

Despite a late two-run rally by Boulder in the seventh, Liberal’s pitching, including a strong relief performance by Kage Ralstin, who struck out four over two scoreless innings, secured the win.

Boulder is eliminated from the NBC World Series, finishing 0-3 in Pool C. Liberal advances to the quarter-finals, Wednesday versus the Hutchinson, KS Monarchs at Noon.

Noon: TPA Texas vs Tulsa Sandlot

Tulsa Sandlot shut out the Top Prospect Academy 4-0, delivering a solid performance both offensively and defensively. The Sandlot’s nine-hit attack was led by Noah Goodshield, who went 3-for-5 with two RBIs, and Chandler Fowler, who hit a home run and also drove in two runs. Soloman Skalnik contributed with a hit and two runs scored.

The Sandlot’s pitching was exceptional, with Braydon Sanford setting the tone by tossing 4.2 scoreless innings, allowing just seven hits and striking out five. David Dean continued the shutout with 2.1 innings of relief, giving up only two hits and recording the win. Cale Wetwiska closed out the game with a perfect two innings, securing his first save of the season.

On the other side, the Top Prospect struggled offensively, managing only 11 hits without pushing any across the plate. Gavin Finley, who took the loss, pitched well for six innings, allowing just one run but suffering from a lack of support. Denton Lee and Ray Perez, who followed in relief, couldn’t prevent Tulsa from adding three more runs to their total. Despite a solid pitching performance, TPA couldn’t capitalize on their scoring opportunities, leaving eight runners on base.

Tulsa Sandlot moves to 2-1 in pool play, and TPA is eliminated from the NBC World Series after going 0-3 in pool play.

3 PM: Santa Barbara Foresters vs Haysville Aviators

The Santa Barbara Foresters defeated the Haysville Aviators 12-6. The Foresters’ batting lineup was led by TJ Pompey, who went 4-for-4 with a home run, a double, and three RBIs. Will Rogers also played a key role with a home run, two doubles, and two RBIs, while Andrew Semo added a home run and two RBIs to the mix.

The Aviators had a strong offensive showing of their own, with Riley Schrader delivering a standout performance, going 1-for-3 with three RBIs. Cody Moore contributed with three hits and an RBI, and Brenden Fry added two RBIs.

On the mound, the Foresters’ pitching staff, led by Payton Gubler, who struggled but earned the win, was followed by Andrew Guardino, who pitched 2.2 innings of solid relief. Tucker Holland closed out the game with 2.2 scoreless innings, earning his first win of the season. The Aviators’ pitchers faced difficulties, with James Hays allowing five earned runs in four innings. The bullpen, including Coleson Syring, Nash Crosby, and Garrick Levesque, allowing an additional seven runs.

Santa Barbara clinches the #1 seed in their pool and will receive a first-round bye, Haysville drops to 2-1 and will automatically clinch second place in their pool.

6 PM: Seattle Cheney Studs vs Hutchinson Monarchs

The Seattle Cheney Studs overwhelmed the Hutchinson Monarchs with a 17-6 victory. The Studs’ lineup was led by a remarkable performance from Isaiah Afework, who went 3-for-4 with a home run and three RBIs, while Noah Fields contributed five RBIs with a 1-for-3 performance, including a triple. The offensive continued with Jack Bergstrom and Jake Gallagher each adding two hits, and Davis Koester driving in two runs despite not recording a hit.

The Monarchs, despite the loss, had standout performances from Jaden Gustafson, who went 2-for-2 with three RBIs, and Camden Johnson, who added two hits and an RBI.

On the mound, the Studs’ pitchers faced some challenges but ultimately secured the win. Logan Tyler started and gave up four earned runs over three innings. Brice Foster, who earned the win, pitched one inning of relief, allowing one run. PJ Moritz also provided one inning of relief, giving up one run. For the Monarchs, Cole Toureau took the loss, allowing eight runs in just 2.1 innings. Julio Heredia and Parker Morris struggled in their appearances, giving up a combined 12 runs in 3.2 innings.

The Studs move to 3-0 in their pool and will be the outright winners and receive a first-round bye. Hutch falls to 1-2 and will wait for tiebreakers to see what seed they are.

 

9 PM: GPS Legends vs Seattle Blackfins

The GPS TX Legends defeated the Seattle Blackfins 9-3, showcasing both powerful offense and effective pitching. The Legends took control early, scoring three runs in the third inning. Dayton Tockey’s clutch two-out single, followed by a walk and a hit by pitch, set the stage for Randy Cardenas, who drove in Tockey and the other base runners with a single. The Legends continued with a four-run explosion in the fifth inning.

Tockey was a standout performer for the Legends, going 3-for-5 with a double and driving in four RBIs. Cardenas added three hits and an RBI to his tally, while Trey Mazon and Raul Leininger contributed key hits and runs scored. On the Blackfins’ side, Jeffrey Perran was the bright spot, hitting a home run and collecting two hits, though his efforts were not enough to spark a significant offensive push.

The pitching for the Legends was solid, with Brett Phillips (Yes that Brett Phillips) setting the tone by striking out three batters in his inning of relief. Cameron Williams earned the win with a strong three-inning performance, allowing two earned runs and striking out five.  For the Blackfins, Christian Herrera took the loss, giving up four earned runs over 3.1 innings. Robley Corsi and William Rankin also struggled, contributing to the high run total allowed.

GPS moves to 1-2 while the Seattle Blackfins are 0-3 and eliminated from the NBC World Series.

12:00 PM – San Diego Stars vs Boulder Collegians

The Stars rallied late to defeat the Collegians 7-5 in a thrilling game. For the Stars, Blake Peyton started and allowed 4 runs over 4 innings. Jason Gonzalez earned the win with 3 scoreless innings of relief. Gavin Cook closed the game with his first save. For Boulder, Vilims pitched 6.1 solid innings, giving up 2 runs. Zach Radigan struggled, giving up 3 runs without recording an out. Ethan Brown and Zak White provided relief, but the damage was done. D. Castellanos hit a solo home run, and Issac Sobieszczyk drove in 2 runs. Jason Wright had a big game with 3 RBIs, including a 3-run triple. Nick Chasey added an RBI single, and Will James had a crucial RBI. Wright’s 3-run triple was key to the Stars’ comeback. The Stars scored 7 runs in the 7th inning and beyond, overcoming a 5-2 deficit to win the game with a final score of 7-5.

 

3:00 PM – Derby Twins vs Liberal Bee Jays

The Twins held off a late surge by the Bee Jays to secure a 9-6 victory. For the Twins, Lukas Ward pitched 6 innings, giving up 3 runs. Karson Richard struggled in relief but was backed up by Kenny Fistler and Alex Ronk, who earned the save. For the Bee Jays, Luke Steward had a tough outing, allowing 5 runs in 3 innings. Kage Ralstin and Jhett Huffman provided some relief, but the Bee Jays’ bullpen couldn’t hold off the Twins’ offense. The Twins scored 9 runs on 15 hits. Kyler Warren and Nolan Ganter each had 3 hits, and Mitchell Birdsall hit a Grand Slam. The Bee Jays scored 6 runs on 9 hits. Lane Snow and Ben Merriman contributed with a home run each, and Joel Roberts added 3 hits. The Twins took an early lead with a 4-run first inning. The Bee Jays made a late push, scoring 3 runs in the 7th inning, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.

6:00PM – Seattle Cheney Studs vs TPA Texas

The Seattle Studs secured a solid 5-1 victory over the Top Prospects Academy thanks to a strong pitching performance and key hits. Despite a good effort from the Prospects, they could not overcome Studs’ pitching staff. Noah Fields (LF) was named player of the game with 1 hit, 1 HR, and 2 RBIs. Isiah Afework (RF) contributed with 3 hits and 2 RBIs. On the mound for the Studs, Sam Hellinger (W, 1-0) pitched 6 innings, allowed 4 hits, 1 run, 0 walks, and 7 strikeouts. Nic Gibson, Derek Hotzler, and Cole Bakker all contributed out of the bullpen. For TPA, Ben Stec threw 7.1 innings, allowing 4 hits and 3 runs. With this victory, the Studs improved their pool play record to 2-0 and will play Hutchinson, KS Monarchs Monday, July 29, 6:00pm. TPA goes to 0-2 and will face Tulsa Sandlot Monday, July 29, Noon.

9:00 PM – Seattle Blackfins vs. Santa Barbara Foresters

In a tightly contested game that went 11 innings, the Foresters pulled out a 3-2 victory over the Blackfins. Despite a strong pitching performance from the Blackfins CJ Blowers, it was a combination of clutch hitting and effective relief pitching that secured the win for the Foresters.

The crafty veteran, Blowers, went the distance, giving up 13 hits, 2 earned runs and striking out 10 batters. Three of those hits were to Will Rogers, the University of Michigan senior who had the game winning RBI single with the bases loaded. Foresters’ Jack Holman struck early in the first inning with a solo home run to deep right field. Santa Barbara starting pitcher Frank Camarillo went six innings, giving up only three hits and striking out nine batters. Santa Barbara improves to 2-0 and will play Monday, July 29 at 3:00pm against the Haysville Aviators. Blackfins drop to 0-2 and play GPS Legends Monday, 8:30pm.

Midnight – Sunday, July 28 Hutchinson Monarchs vs. Tulsa Sandlot

The Sandlot edged the Monarchs 7-6 in a nail-biting game that saw both teams battling until the final out. Despite a late surge by the Monarchs, Sandlot’s pitching held firm to secure the victory. The game involved 7 errors, 19 runners left on base and a 17-minute rain delay. Tulsa struck early with 5 runs in the 1^st inning, then the Monarchs fought back to take a 6-5 lead, then seeing it slip away in the 7^th when Tulsa rallied for two runs. TCU product Brodie Green paced Sandlot is hitting attack with three hits and two RBIs. Sam Wiese led the Monarchs with 2 hits and 3 RBIs.

Both teams even their record to 1-1 in Pool Play A. Hutchinson plays the Seattle Studs Monday, July 29 at 6:00pm, while Sandlot faces TPA Texas at Noon.

3 AM: Haysville Aviators vs GPS Legends

In a thrilling contest at Haysville, KS, the Aviators staged a dramatic comeback to defeat the GPS Legends 7-6. The Aviators scored four runs in the bottom of the ninth inning to secure the win. The Legends had a strong start with contributions from Cooper Knight, who delivered three hits and two RBIs, and Dayton Tockey, who added another hit and an RBI. Luke Banister and Trace Mazon also drove in runs. Despite their offensive efforts, the Legends struggled on the mound. Keene Kessler, the starting pitcher, gave up three runs in the early innings, and Eric Fettinger faced just one batter but allowed three crucial runs, taking the loss. David Preisendorfer and Grant Origer provided solid relief, but it wasn’t enough to hold off the Aviators.

On the other side, the Aviators’ offense was led by Easton Norris, who had a standout performance with two hits and three RBIs, including a crucial hit in the ninth inning. Brenden Fry and Jaden Wiley also contributed with two hits each, and Cody Moore added a pair of RBIs. Coming off the bench, Brandt Beeby played a key role with a hit and a run that helped seal the game. The Aviators’ pitching was highlighted by Noah Bourgeois, who threw six strong innings, allowing only one run. Garrick Levesque and Xander Roberts then shut down the Legends’ offense, with Roberts earning the win after a strong two-inning performance. A huge 9^th inning which featured a game-tying 3 RBI triple by Norris, and a walk-off SAC Fly by Brock Lulewicz won the game for Haysville.

6 AM: Air Capital Flyers vs Lonestar Baseball Club

In a dominant performance, the Lonestar Baseball Club beat the Air Capital Flyers with an 11-1 victory. Lonestar’s offense was relentless, producing 13 hits and scoring in every inning but the second and the eighth. A key contributor was Andre Jackson, who scored twice and had a hit. Rayvaughn Morgan and JJ Garcia also made significant impacts, with Morgan securing three hits and Garcia driving in one run while scoring once. Nico Ruedas was the standout, driving in four runs with a triple and scoring a run. T

he Flyers struggled to find their rhythm against the Lonestar pitching staff. Jaden Bahl, the starting pitcher for Lonestar, was exceptional, allowing just one run on four hits over seven innings, and striking out seven. Relief pitchers Patrick Collopy and Mason Law added solid support, combining for 1.2 innings without allowing any additional runs. The Flyers’ pitching staff faced difficulties, with Kai Bennett suffering the loss after giving up five hits and one run in four innings. Despite a strong effort from L. Youngdahl, who went 3-for-4 with a run, and M. Brown, who drove in the Flyers’ only run, the team could not overcome the well-rounded performance of Lonestar. The Flyers were limited to five hits and had trouble getting on base, which sealed their fate in this contest.

 

9 AM: Derby Twins vs Boulder Collegians

In a display of balanced offense and pitching, the Twins defeated the Collegians 8-3. The Twins’ lineup was effective, amassing ten hits and capitalizing on their opportunities. Tyler Ott’s led off with a hit and a run, while Kade Sheldon delivered a key performance, driving in two runs with a hit. Nolan Ganter also made a significant impact, contributing two RBIs. Mitchell Birdsall added to the offensive onslaught with an RBI and two runs, and Parker Ryan drove in two more runs with a hit.

On the mound, Cooper Garrison was the standout performer for the Twins, delivering 7.1 innings, allowing just two runs on ten hits and striking out seven. He was supported effectively by Luis Diaz and Tyler Dobbs, who combined for 1.7 innings, giving up one run. The Collegians struggled with their pitching. TJ Newman, the starting pitcher, lasted only 4.1 innings and allowed four runs. Despite a strong showing from Alec Ackerman, who had four hits and an RBI, and Diego Castellanos, who also drove in a run, the Collegians were unable to overcome the Twins’ offensive and defensive strengths. Overall, the Twins’ combination of effective pitching and timely hitting secured their victory, while the Collegians were left to reflect on missed chances and a need for better execution on both sides of the game.

Noon: Hays Larks vs Kansas Cannons

The Hays Larks overcame the Kansas Cannons 11-8. The Larks, led by Kaiden Ashton’s impressive display with two hits and two runs scored, managed to accumulate fourteen hits and capitalize on their scoring opportunities. Notably, Wilbert Espinal made a significant impact as the designated hitter with two hits and three RBIs, while Garrett Gruell added two RBIs. On the mound, the Larks’ pitching staff had a mixed performance. Dalton Campbell, who earned the win, pitched six innings allowing four runs on eight hits while striking out six. Adrian Najar struggled, giving up four runs in just 0.1 innings, but Garrett Hicks came in to secure the save, pitching 2.2 innings of scoreless relief, striking out five.

The Cannons, despite their valiant effort, were unable to contain the Larks’ offense effectively. Jakob Holzer, the starting pitcher for the Cannons, suffered the loss after allowing five runs in 4.1 innings. Offensively, the Cannons had a strong showing, with contributions from multiple players including Zeb Henry and Cooper Martin, who each had two hits and one RBI. Gray Bane added two hits and two RBIs, and Chase Clemons also contributed with two RBIs. Despite their efforts, including a late push that saw them score four runs in the final two innings, the Cannons fell short.

 

3 PM: Liberal Bee Jays vs San Diego Stars

The Liberal Bee Jays defeated the San Diego Stars 11-7. The Bee Jays’ bats were on fire, accumulating 17 hits and scoring in six of the nine innings. Key contributors included Kyzer Harrington, who drove in three runs with two hits; Ben Merriman, who also had two hits and three RBIs; and Miller Durham, who contributed three RBIs from three hits. Robert Orr made his mark with a home run and two RBIs. On the mound, the Bee Jays had a mixed performance but managed to hold off the Stars’ late-game rally. Hunter Phillips struggled early, allowing six runs over three innings but set the stage for a win. Josh Doerr pitched two scoreless innings, allowing just one hit, while Rylan Figueroa earned the win with three innings of one-run ball and six strikeouts. Logan Wade closed out the game with a scoreless inning.

For the Stars, despite their late-game rally, they fell short. Ethan Wright contributed a hit and two RBIs, Gianluca Fanelli added a hit and scored twice, and Logan Aguilar had two hits and two RBIs. Chase Blease, the Stars’ starter, allowed five runs over five innings, and the bullpen struggled, with Gavin Cook taking the loss after giving up four runs in just 0.1 innings.

6 PM: Seattle Studs vs Doc Bombers.

Baseball ‘Round the Clock ended with an exhibition game between the Seattle Studs and the Doc Bombers.

 

Noon: Lonestar Baseball Club vs Kansas Cannons

Lonestar edged out the Cannons 2-1 with a key 8th-inning rally. Christian Okerholm earned the win with 1.2 scoreless innings of relief. Eddie Garcia started for Lonestar, allowing one run over six innings. Rugar Bravo pitched six scoreless innings for the Cannons but got no run support, leading to the loss of relief pitcher Landyn Sterling. Kory Schmidt drove in both of Lonestar’s runs with a double in the 8th inning. Hunter Alvord scored the Cannons’ only run with an RBI double. Lonestar’s Schmidt led with nine putouts. Lonestar’s effective late hitting and pitching secured their win, starting their NBC World Series at 1-0.

 

3 PM: Seattle Blackfins vs Haysville Aviators

The Aviators topped the Blackfins 3-1 in a close game. Cooper Senne of the Aviators pitched a complete game, allowing just one run on six hits with four strikeouts. Reidar Vane took the loss for the Blackfins, giving up three runs (all earned) in 6.2 innings. For the Aviators, Brenden Fry and Cody Moore each had key hits. Moore contributed with an RBI double, and Fry drove in another run. For the Blackfins, Desai hit a solo home run, accounting for the team’s only run. Joshua Williams added a triple, but the offense struggled to score. Both teams played error-free defense. Senne’s complete-game effort and Moore’s contributions at the plate were pivotal. Desai’s home run was the highlight, but the team left four runners on base and struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities. The Aviators’ solid pitching and hitting secured their win, improving their NBC World Series record to 1-0.

 

 6 PM: GPS Legends vs Santa Barbara Foresters

The Foresters shut out the Legends 2-0 behind solid pitching. Mason Koch started and threw 5 scoreless innings. Hudson Hamilton earned the win with 3 innings of relief, and Jake Dixon closed out the game. For GPS, Cade Waibel pitched 6 innings of one-hit ball but took the loss after giving up two runs. Tanner Jackson allowed an additional run in 2 innings of relief. For Santa Barbara, Jack Holman and Andrew Semo each drove in a run. Holman had an RBI single, and Semo added another RBI in the 7th inning. GPS managed just five hits but could not score. Ryley Leininger and Jackson Rainey each had a hit, but the team left 7 runners on base. Santa Barbara moved to 1-0 in pool play.

 

 8:30: Air Capital Flyers vs Hays Larks

The Larks dominated the Flyers with an 8-0 shutout performance. Blake Lehmbeck threw 4.1 innings of scoreless ball for the Larks, earning the win. Nolan Wilson and Adrian Najar each contributed scoreless relief. For the Flyers, Zach Brink struggled, allowing 5 runs in 3 innings. Truett Weninger and Daegan Vinduska also pitched but gave up additional runs. The Larks scored in six innings, led by Wilbert Espinal with 2 RBIs and Thomas Lyssy with a triple. Kaiden Ashton, Garrett Gruell, and Houston Russell also contributed RBIs. The Flyers managed only 2 hits and failed to score.  The Larks’ strong pitching ensured their 8-0 victory, improving their pool play record to 1-0.