The Ogden baseball squad opened its postseason campaign on a modest field in Story City, Iowa, facing a South Hamilton team that entered the game with a lone win all season. The Bulldogs entered the contest with a 13‑17 record, hoping to extend their year beyond the regular schedule.
A Late Inning Turnaround
South Hamilton drew first blood in the top of the second inning, plating a single run to go up 1‑0. The early lead seemed to set the tone, but Ogden answered in the bottom of the third, striking for two runs and flipping the scoreboard in its favor.
Christian Thede was the catalyst for the rally, delivering two solid hits that helped spark the comeback. Supporting him, Keagan Ristvedt contributed a single and drove in a run, while Ryder Hamil added another hit and scored a run of his own. Riley Saunders capped the offensive burst with the second Ogden run, ensuring a 2‑1 lead that would hold.
On the mound, Colson Carson turned in a complete‑game effort, striking out nine batters while allowing just the one run. His poise under pressure kept South Hamilton from mounting a comeback, preserving the narrow victory and cementing his role as the team's ace.
The win improved Ogden's record to 14‑17 and extended its season by at least one more game. The Bulldogs now turn their attention to a Class 2A Substate 2 matchup against Interstate 35, scheduled for Tuesday, July 7, at Norsemen Field in Story City. The upcoming contest promises another test of endurance and strategy for a team that has shown resilience all season.