The Iowa Class 2A baseball state championship game ended in a decisive 8-1 victory for Pleasantville High School, sealing a season that finished with a 34-1 record while Durant concluded its campaign at 24-9.
A Masterful Pitching Performance
Right-hander Brayden Kennedy took the mound and delivered a complete-game effort, allowing just one run on six hits. He navigated a critical situation in the third inning when Durant loaded the bases, escaping the jam by forcing three consecutive pop-outs.
Durant’s lone run came in the fourth inning when Ben Feuerbach launched a solo home run, briefly cutting the deficit to 3-1.
Key Offensive Highlights
Will Mesecher sparked a rally in the fifth inning with a two-run single that pushed Pleasantville’s lead to 5-1. The offense continued to roll, and Owen Rule later scored on an error after a single from Brody Adreon.
Braylon Bingham capped the scoring with a two-run double in the sixth inning, extending the margin to 8-1 and sealing the championship.
Looking Ahead
Coach Colin Meyer praised his team’s resilience after a slow start to the season, emphasizing the depth of talent that carried the club through the tournament. With a final record of 34-1, Pleasantville’s championship marks a milestone for the program and sets a promising foundation for future seasons.