A Season of Growth
The Washington Demons saw their season come to a close on Thursday night, dropping a 10‑0 decision to Clear Creek Amana. The final score reflected a dominant performance by the visitors, who capitalized on early momentum.
Clear Creek Amana struck first, erupting for six runs in the opening inning and never relinquished the lead. Their offense continued to press, but the Demons were unable to string together hits against a relentless pitching staff.
Washington’s starter, Ethan Peebler, labored through the early onslaught, surrendering nine hits and seven runs before being pulled from the mound. The outing highlighted the challenges faced by a young pitching rotation that struggled to contain the opposition’s bats.
Looking Ahead
The Demons finished the campaign with a 9‑16 record, a five‑win improvement over the previous season, underscoring the progress made despite the loss. The game also marked the final appearance for senior Ty Wright, whose contributions will be missed as the team looks to the future.
While the senior’s departure leaves a void, the club expects to retain a core of experienced players and leverage the lessons learned from this year’s schedule. Clear Creek Amana, buoyed by the victory, will advance to the next round of the playoffs, setting the stage for a potential rematch.