The Bossier Phillies erupted for an 11‑5 victory over New Orleans Jesuit‑based Retief Oil, securing a spot in the winners’ bracket finals of the American Legion Baseball State Tournament.
After spotting an early 2‑1 deficit through three and a half innings, the Louisiana squad answered with a five‑run outburst in the bottom of the fourth, turning the tide and seizing the lead.
The rally was fueled by a blend of timely hitting and disciplined plate discipline; the Phillies amassed seven hits and drew 13 walks, while adding two more runs in the sixth to pull away.
A Push for a Third Consecutive Title
On the mound, starter Cole Snell delivered a solid outing, scattering six hits and striking out six batters in 4 ⅓ innings before handing the ball to relievers Bryant Lacour and Connor Yates, who combined for four strikeouts in just over two innings of shutout work.
Awaiting them in the finals is Gonzalez‑based Gautier Amedee, who advanced with a 2‑1 win over the Lafayette Driller, setting the stage for a potential third straight state championship.