Substate Semifinals Set for Trojans
The Pleasantville baseball team, unbeaten in 30 of 31 games and perched at No. 1 in the state rankings, will open the Class 2A Substate 5 semifinals at home against Grand View Christian. The Trojans entered the postseason with an 11‑1 victory over Centerville and carry a 30‑1 overall record into tonight’s 7:00 p.m. contest.
Meanwhile, the softball team’s regional game was halted in the bottom of the fifth inning on Friday night when inclement weather rolled through. The Trojans trailed the Comets 1‑0 at the time, and the game is now scheduled to resume at 2:00 p.m. today, giving the squad a chance to overturn the deficit before the next round.
The Thunder's Path
Across the diamond, the opposing Thunder arrive with a 16‑10 ledger and a 9‑0 triumph over Chariton in their opening substate matchup. Their recent performance underscores a competitive threat, but Pleasantville’s depth and home‑field advantage could prove decisive.
Fans can expect a lively atmosphere as the community rallies behind both teams. With the baseball game kicking off at 7:00 p.m. and the softball contest set to pick up where it left off, the town’s sports calendar is packed with high‑stakes moments that could shape the remainder of the postseason.