A Tight Contest at the Gil Wood Memorial Classic
The Kingston‑Saugerties American Legion Senior baseball team concluded the Gil Wood Memorial Classic with a 2‑2 record, a result that underscores both the promise and the growing pains of a young squad competing in New York.
On Sunday, July 12, the team fell 2‑1 to Oneonta Green Wave Post 259, a narrow defeat that kept the series alive and left the locals yearning for a final showdown.
Key Performances on the mound
Starting pitcher Luke Johnson surrendered six hits and two runs — one earned — over five innings, while relief ace Johnny McKenna shut the door with two scoreless frames and six strikeouts.
Offensively, Jackson Huber contributed two solid hits, providing a spark that kept the team within striking distance throughout the game.
The series highlighted the competitive spirit of the regional American Legion circuit, with both clubs displaying disciplined play and a commitment to community baseball.