A Turnaround in the Section 1AAA Tournament
The Kasson-Mantorville baseball team saw its tournament run hang in the balance when it fell to Northfield in the Section 1AAA semifinals. The loss put the squad on the brink of elimination, but the players rallied in the elimination bracket.
A decisive 5‑3 win over Byron kept the championship hopes alive and set up a rematch with Northfield. The victory was powered by a strong pitching performance and timely hitting, underscoring the team’s resilience.
Championship Showdown Looms
The Section 1AAA Championship will be a best‑of‑three series against Northfield, and Kasson-Mantorville must win two straight games to earn a berth in the state tournament. The stakes are high, with a single series deciding the next chapter of the season.
The championship game is scheduled for Wednesday at Riverland, with first pitch set for 5 p.m. A win would not only advance the team but also give them momentum heading into the state level competition.