Eli Tracy, a junior pitcher for Bainbridge, stepped into the role of ace after Trey Thompson was sidelined by injury, and he immediately proved why the move was decisive.
He delivered a complete‑game one‑hitter, leading the Spartans to a 6‑1 victory over Orting in the Class 2A state baseball tournament semifinal and securing a berth in the championship game against Tumwater.
Tracy’s postseason résumé is already impressive; he has compiled three wins while surrendering only three earned runs across 21 innings, the first of those victories coming in a 3‑0 win over Fife in the West Central District championship.
Braden French sparked the offense with three hits and three RBIs, and senior pitcher Thomas Henshaw lauded Tracy’s performance and the team’s collective resilience in the face of adversity.
Championship Outlook
Looking ahead to the title match, Coach Thomas Henshaw emphasized that the team will rely on the same poise and execution that defined their semifinal win.