The Pleasantville baseball team traveled to Johnston, Iowa, for the annual Prange Classic, where it posted a pair of victories that pushed its record to 26‑1. The back‑to‑back wins showcased a balanced attack and a deep pitching staff, underscoring the team’s momentum as it heads toward the postseason.
Game One: A 6‑1 Victory Over Bondurant‑Farrar
Pleasantville opened the tournament by beating Bondurant‑Farrar 6‑1. Luke Vestal took the mound for five innings, allowing just one run on four hits while striking out six batters. Offensively, Easton Cox went 2‑4 with a double and Brody Adreon also contributed a double. JJ Phillips finished the game 2‑4 with a triple, adding to the team’s offensive depth.
Game Two: Walk‑off Grand Slam Secures 7‑3 Win
The second matchup pitted Pleasantville against Pleasant Valley, resulting in a 7‑3 triumph. Brayden Kennedy threw all seven innings, surrendering three runs on five hits and recording four strikeouts. In the bottom of the seventh, JJ Phillips launched a walk‑off grand slam, sealing the win and capping a 3‑4 performance that included a home run and four RBI. Supporting hits came from Braylon Bingham and Will Mesecher, each adding a double to the effort.
Looking Ahead
With the two wins, the Pleasantville squad improves to 26‑1 and will return to action on Monday against Interstate 35. Coach and players alike praised the pitching depth, noting Vestal’s six‑strikeout outing and Kennedy’s seven‑inning effort as evidence of a balanced staff. The team’s recent surge underscores its potential to contend deep into the postseason.