The BOLD baseball squad captured a dramatic 4-3 win over Ely in the Ninth Annual State Division II Junior American Legion Tournament, a game that kept their championship hopes alive.
Edgar Kopel turned in a stellar outing, tossing six innings, striking out ten batters and surrendering only three earned runs, while Ayden Buboltz added a timely double that drove in two runs.
Relief pitcher Grady Wegscheid sealed the victory by shutting down the opposition in the seventh inning, preserving the narrow lead.
Earlier in the week BOLD had also downed Bagley and Norwood, setting the stage for a showdown against familiar opponents as the tournament progressed.
A Pitcher’s Masterclass
Kopel’s performance was more than just numbers; his composure under pressure reflected the preparation and focus that have defined BOLD’s run through the bracket.
The team’s blend of solid pitching, timely hitting and clutch relief work has turned early doubts into a confident narrative heading into the weekend.
Saturday’s schedule sees BOLD meeting Bagley at 2:30 p.m., while Norwood takes on Parkers Prairie at 5 p.m., a pair of matchups that will determine the final opponent for the title game.
The championship is slated for Sunday at 2:30 p.m., promising another high‑stakes contest as the remaining teams vie for the coveted crown.