Claysburg‑Kimmel’s bats came alive early, plating two runs in the second inning when Mason Campagna ripped a two‑out triple that drove in the first two scores.
Manager Kyle Glass had emphasized the importance of striking first, and the early lead set the tone for the Bulldogs.
Campagna then stepped onto the mound, retiring the final two outs to seal a 3‑1 victory over Northern Cambria in the District 6 Class A semifinal.
Relievers Dustin Treon and Reese Wagner combined to allow just one hit over the last two innings, while the defense struggled with errors that left nine runners stranded.
Championship outlook
The win propels Claysburg‑Kimmel into a title game against the champion of the Homer‑Center‑Juniata Valley matchup, a contest that will test the team’s resilience.
Northern Cambria head coach Skyler Eckenrode expressed frustration at his side’s lack of offense, noting that Brady Hoover’s four‑hit, five‑walk outing was cut short when Wagner entered the game.