The Ogden baseball squad entered the postseason with a modest but determined outlook, finishing the tournament with a 2‑1 record that underscored both promise and growing pains. The story unfolded on KWBG’s Coaches Corner, where Coach Scott Church broke down each pivotal moment.
Their first test came against South Hamilton, where a timely RBI from Rizovic helped secure a win that met the team’s goal of scoring at least five runs per game. Pitcher Colson Carson, who had walked only 11 times all season, delivered a solid outing, while the defense began to click with key plays from outfielders CJ and Trayton Mitchell.
The next round pitted Ogden against the heavily favored I‑35 team. Despite a setback, the squad employed creative tactics such as squeeze plays to manufacture runs, and Carson’s control remained exemplary, limiting walks throughout the game.
The final matchup against Roland‑Story ended in a night of nine errors for Ogden, a team that entered the game ranked second in Class 2A. Although the loss stung, Coach Church praised his players for competing hard and showing measurable growth over the course of the tournament.
A Season of Lessons
Coach Church’s reflections reveal a program that, while falling short of its ultimate goals, built a foundation for future success. The blend of disciplined pitching, strategic baserunning, and emerging defensive talent suggests that Ogden is poised to translate this experience into even greater achievements.