St. Dominic's baseball squad secured a decisive 5-0 victory over Iona Prep, advancing to the CHSAA state final with a performance that blended pitching precision and timely hitting.
Connor Ackerman delivered a three‑hit shutout on the mound, while Mike Scarry added two RBI singles that helped the offense surge ahead.
Coach Joe Fusco praised the team's resilience, noting that the players have shown steady improvement throughout the season and now stand on the brink of a championship.
State Final Preview
The championship game is scheduled for Saturday at 1 p.m., where St. Dominic will meet the winner of a postponed semifinal between Nichols and St. Francis Prep, a match delayed by extreme heat.
Fusco hinted at a strategic decision for the upcoming game, indicating that either URI commit Ray Kim or Tyler Camastro will take the mound, both of whom have shown promise in recent outings.
The lineup features a blend of Division I and high‑Division II talent, underscoring the program's depth and the competitive edge it brings to the championship stage.
With a season record of 22-14, the Bayhawks enter the final with confidence, aiming to translate their regular‑season momentum into a title.