A season‑ending blowout
The Lone Tree Lions saw their 2026 campaign close with a 19‑2 loss at the hands of the Lisbon Lions, a game that turned into a showcase for the visitors' offensive firepower.
Lisbon erupted for 13 runs in the opening inning, capitalizing on early hits and aggressive base running. The onslaught continued in the second, where another six runs pushed the lead to 19 before the home side could mount any meaningful response.
Key contributors for Lisbon included Bryce Boots, who went three‑for‑three with two singles and an RBI triple, driving in multiple runs and setting the tone early. Travis Ford and Jackson Bandow each managed a single hit for Lone Tree, but the damage was already done.
Pitching duties saw Nathan Brown earn the win after a flawless relief appearance, while Will Schweitzer took the loss, surrendering 13 runs on ten hits without recording a strikeout.
The victory improved Lisbon's record to 17‑9, keeping their playoff hopes alive, whereas Lone Tree finished the season at 1‑20, underscoring a challenging year for the program.
Looking ahead
With the regular season in the books, both teams will shift focus to off‑season preparations. Lisbon hopes to build on its late‑season surge, while Lone Tree will look to regroup and address the deficits exposed in this matchup.