New Kent Secures 12-5 Victory Over Goochland
New Kent High School's baseball squad clinched a 12-5 victory over Goochland in the Class 3 quarterfinal, securing a spot in the state semifinals.
Explosive First Inning Sets the Tone
The Trojans exploded for six runs in the opening frame, with key hits from Drew Staskiel, Dylan Bowman, Keegan Branch and Jonathan Hochman, while Austin Uzzle later added a three-run homer that sealed the win.
Coach Trevor Ronan praised the team's preparation, noting that the early burst of offense reflected weeks of disciplined practice.
Goochland's Late Rally Falls Short
The Raiders answered in the fourth with a five-run surge, highlighted by Will Johns' grand slam, but the comeback could not erase the early deficit.
On the mound, Lane Boyette worked 3.2 innings, yielding just three hits and four runs while striking out six, and Tucker Powell closed out the game with three shutout innings, fanning five batters.
Semifinal Showdown Looms
The Trojans are set to meet Spotswood in the semifinals at 10 a.m. Friday at Abingdon High School, where they will look to extend their postseason run.