A State Title Within Reach
The Lewis‑Clark Twins clinched the Idaho AA American Legion state championship on Saturday, edging the Idaho Falls Bandits 2‑1 in a tightly contested final. Carson Henson delivered a complete game on the mound, limiting the Bandits to a single run while his teammates rallied at the plate.
Cody Ells was the offensive catalyst, smashing a home run and reaching base in all four of his at‑bats, a performance that underscored his summer form. The victory not only secured the Twins’ first state title since 2017 but also avenged a 7‑6 loss to the Bandits earlier in the double‑elimination tournament.
Coach Micah Brown, who has spent years scouting the competition, expressed palpable excitement about the team’s upcoming challenge. “Medford is a place I know well,” Brown said, “and I can’t wait to see how our boys handle the next level of play.”
Regional Prospects
The Twins will now travel to Medford, Oregon, to compete in the Regional tournament, a stage they hope to navigate with the same grit that defined their state‑title run. The team’s optimism is high, with players and staff confident that their recent momentum will carry them forward.
Additional contributions came from Jackson Casey, who drove in Tucker Green, and Green himself, who finished with two hits including a double. Their collective effort illustrated the depth of the squad as they prepare for the regional stage.