Franklin County’s baseball and softball teams each secured a hard‑fought victory over Lord Botetourt, earning a spot in the Blue Ridge District championship games.
A Double Triumph at the Blue Ridge District
The baseball team pulled away with a 7‑2 final tally, highlighted by a three‑run burst in the bottom of the third inning that shifted momentum.
The softball squad, meanwhile, edged Lord Botetourt 9‑8, with Kamari Holland delivering a walk‑off home run that sent the crowd into celebration.
Both teams will meet their respective championship opponents at Northside this Friday, where the county hopes to capture district titles in both sports.
Fans and alumni have turned out in record numbers, eager to see the county’s young talent continue its run toward state qualification.