The Red Lake County Rebels secured the West Sub‑section Championship in the Section 8A Baseball tournament, finishing the week with a 13‑0 triumph over West Marshall and a 10‑4 victory against Ada‑Borup‑West. The back‑to‑back wins not only crowned the Rebels as sub‑section champions but also cemented their status as one of the most formidable teams in the league this season.
Offensive firepower
Key contributors at the plate included Will Gieseke, Colin Taggart and Cain Cardinal, whose bats drove the early innings and kept the scoreboard ticking. Their performances added depth to a lineup that has been clicking all year, providing the spark that turned close moments into decisive leads.
Pitching stability
On the mound, Boe Nelson and Kegan Schmitz delivered tight outings that limited opponents to single‑digit runs. Their ability to mix speeds and locate pitches kept hitters off balance, allowing the offense to play with confidence and the defense to stay sharp.
Looking ahead to Saturday
The Rebels will next face the winner of the Bagley‑Fosston matchup on Saturday at Jim Karn Field in Crookston. The game promises a fresh test of the team’s momentum, as they aim to extend their winning streak and advance deeper into the Section 8A bracket.
Ada‑Borup‑West, meanwhile, will contest a loser‑out game later that same day at the same venue, hoping to stay alive in the tournament. Both teams will benefit from the familiar setting of Jim Karn Field, a venue that has witnessed many of the season’s most memorable moments.
With the championship behind them, the Rebels now sit at 23‑2 on the year, a record that reflects both consistency and resilience. As they prepare for Saturday’s contest, the blend of seasoned leadership and youthful energy suggests that the club is poised for a strong run in the weeks ahead.