The Richmond baseball team posted a decisive 16‑2 win over Valley in the Class D South semifinal, securing a spot in the regional final.
Edwards shines on both sides of the mound
David Edwards hit a home run, drove in three runs and scored three times, and he opened the game by pitching the first three innings, striking out seven while allowing just two hits and two runs.
Cavaliers' supporting cast steps up
Gavin Lincoln added two doubles, an RBI and two runs, while James Hathorne closed the game with two innings, contributing two runs and three RBIs. Fisher Tewksbury and Drake Clowry each collected two hits for the Cavaliers.
Regional final awaits
Richmond will now face either Telstar or Buckfield, a matchup that promises another test for the top‑seeded squad as they look to extend their season.
The win highlights the team’s depth and community roots, echoing the local spirit of Richmond and its nearby institutions such as St. Joseph's College.