The Clarion‑Goldfield‑Dows Cowboys entered the Class 2A, Substate 2 quarterfinals with hopes of extending their season, but they were met by a disciplined Pocahontas Area squad that took control early.
Pocahontas Sets the Pace
The Indians struck first in the opening inning, plating a run that set the tone for the contest. They added two more in the third frame and capped the scoring with another in the fifth, building a 4‑0 lead that the Cowboys could not overcome.
On the mound, Drew Smith absorbed the loss, surrendering four runs on seven hits while striking out three. Offensively, Jacob Ruba managed the only hit for the Cowboys, underscoring the team’s struggle to generate offense against Pocahontas’s pitching.
Pocahontas will now advance to the semifinals, where they are slated to meet the Forest City Indians on Saturday night at 7 p.m. The Cowboys finish the season with an 11‑18 record, a result that reflects both the challenges faced and the progress made throughout the year.