Bourne Braves Storm Into West Division Finals
The Bourne Braves completed a decisive sweep of the Falmouth Commodores, winning both games and securing a berth in the West Division Finals. The series, played at the historic McKeon Park, showcased a blend of power hitting and dominant relief pitching that left the Commodores scrambling to keep pace.
Game two was especially dramatic. Luke Costello, a sophomore from South Carolina, launched his first home run of the season, delivering a 1‑0 lead that set the tone early. The blast ignited the crowd and gave the Braves momentum heading into the middle innings.
Justin Osterhouse, an Alabama standout, answered with a three‑run homer in the fifth, extending the lead and lifting his series batting average to .333. His swing was the centerpiece of a rally that stretched the advantage to four runs.
Austin Hawke, a Wake Forest product, continued the onslaught, going 5‑for‑8 with a double and four RBI across the two contests. His consistency at the plate underscored the depth of the lineup.
The pitching staff was equally impressive. A combined 17 strikeouts were recorded, tying the franchise’s modern record set in 2024. Relievers Maddox Webb, Joshua Surigao and Zach Kittrell each turned in shutout innings, preserving the lead and keeping Falmouth’s bats silent.
With the series concluded, the Braves now turn their focus to the Hyannis Harbor Hawks. The upcoming West Division Finals, beginning this Friday at McKeon Park, promise another high‑stakes matchup as Bourne looks to carry its recent surge into the championship round.
Fans can expect a tightly contested series, with both teams boasting elite talent and a history of dramatic playoff encounters. The Braves’ blend of power, poise, and pitching depth positions them as a formidable challenger.