The Bunn baseball team captured the 4A East regional championship on Tuesday, defeating Southwestern Randolph 9-4 in a game that swung dramatically after an early hole.
A Comeback for the Ages
The Raiders fell behind early, but a surge of nine unanswered runs turned the tide, highlighted by Owen Mitchell’s three‑run homer in the top of the fifth that put Bunn ahead for good.
Jared Hagwood delivered six solid innings on the mound, limiting the opposition to a handful of hits while striking out key batters, and Braden Jackson sealed the win with a flawless seventh inning.
State Championship Showdown
With the regional title secured, Bunn now turns its focus to the 4A state championship series, awaiting the outcome of the western regional final between Burns and Lincoln Charter.
Burns, riding a 3‑1 home victory on Tuesday, are one win away from their own regional crown, while the Thursday night showdown in Denver will determine the opponent.
The championship games are slated to begin on May 27 at Burlington Athletic Stadium and North Main Athletic Complex in Holly Springs, where the Raiders will meet the western champion.
The excitement is palpable as the community rallies behind the team, hoping to add a state title to a season that has already delivered memorable performances.