The PCM Mustangs captured the Class 2A District 11 championship on Thursday, overcoming a four‑run deficit to defeat Van Meter 7‑5. A seven‑run fifth inning turned the tide, delivering the lead that would hold for the remainder of the game.
Senior Class Drives the Offense
All seven RBIs and the bulk of the hits were generated by the senior class, underscoring their pivotal role in the comeback. The seniors combined power and precision to swing the momentum decisively in PCM’s favor.
The victory earns the Mustangs a berth in the 2A Substate 6 championship game against Beckman Catholic, a rematch that could determine the state qualifier and extend the team’s historic season.
Earlier in the week, PCM had dispatched Woodward‑Granger 6‑1, highlighted by Izaac Bagby’s three‑run homer in the fifth inning. Bode Blackburn and Shay Burns each contributed two hits, fueling the offense.
Bagby, who leads the team with 29 RBIs and 41 total bases, was complemented by a strong pitching performance from Roston McCarty, who threw five innings in relief to earn the win. The senior pitcher’s composure helped preserve the lead established in the fifth inning.
The Mustangs’ 19 victories this season match the most wins they have recorded since 2013, reflecting a resurgence that has energized the program and its fans.