The Cloquet Lumberjacks surged forward this weekend, securing a 14‑4 victory over Chisago Lakes that propelled them into the Section 7AAA final. Jackson Peterson’s bat was a catalyst, delivering a bases‑clearing triple and a two‑run double, while Gaven Kesty limited the opposition to four runs on four hits over five innings.
Baseball Playoff Highlights
Jackson Peterson ignited the offense with a bases‑clearing triple, while Gaven Kesty kept the mound steady; Xander Breitenbach answered with a two‑run triple for Chisago Lakes; Jax Johnson’s glove turned a pivotal grounder; Drew Sonneson’s arm contributed a key out; Aaden Westerbur’s double sparked Duluth Marshall’s rally; Minsoo Park’s speed on the bases kept pressure mounting; Easton Grumdahl’s pitching tightened the game for Aitkin; Jack Jacobson’s five‑inning effort allowed just three hits; Alden Marsolek’s clutch hit extended the lead; Owen Kreuger’s single drove in a run; Owen Baker’s outfield grab saved a potential extra base; Gavin Willeck’s 4‑for‑5 performance powered South Ridge; Ben Pretasky’s 3‑for‑5 night added depth; Noah Asuma’s four‑hit shutout sealed Cherry’s 2‑0 win; Isaiah Ahlberg’s steady presence on the mound kept the opposition at bay; Ethan Harms’ timely hit sparked Northwestern’s attack; Logan Portela’s RBI single put the team ahead; Anthony Calore’s 3‑for‑4 night drove in two runs; Bryer Burkhart’s fielding was immaculate; Mason Bruesewitz’s double helped seal the victory; Tripp Row’s aggressive base running kept the score ticking; Jayce Rue’s surprise pitching stint kept the opposition guessing; Thor Netland’s home run added excitement; Wyatt Frederick’s stolen base set up a run; Colton Bialke’s defensive grab saved the game; Liam Anderson’s 83 in the Division 1 golf sectional showed grit; and Zeke Simiyu’s 94 completed a solid day on the links.
Other Sports Action
In tennis, the Rock Ridge Wolverines cruised past Minnewaska 7‑0 to stay alive in the state team tournament, while the Spartans’ golf season wrapped up with Liam Anderson shooting 83 and tying for 21st, and Zeke Simiyu carding a 94 in the same sectional meet.