South Ridge captured its second straight Section 7A baseball championship, downing Cherry 6-1 on a crisp June afternoon. The victory was anchored by a two‑run single from Parker Morse in the second inning, which helped the team build an early lead. Senior pitcher Ben Pretasky added a dominant three‑inning stretch that saw six batters retire, while Kinglsey Archambault closed out the game to seal the win.
Key Performances Drive Victory
Cherry answered with a solo homer from Noah Asuma in the fifth, but the offense was otherwise stifled. Coach Aaron Weber praised the team's dedication and execution, noting that the collective effort made the repeat title possible.
Kinglsey Archambault closed the game for South Ridge, securing their second consecutive section title with a calm finish that left little doubt about the outcome.
State Tournament Outlook
Aitkin captured the Section 7AA title with a 1-0 victory over Duluth Marshall, highlighted by an RBI double from Brandon Kunz in the top of the sixth. Coach Jeremy Janzen celebrated the seniors’ achievement, emphasizing the team’s 23‑2 record and six‑game winning streak as they head into the state tournament.
Both squads will learn their first‑round opponents on Saturday, June 6, and will enter the Class A bracket with momentum, ready to test their recent form against new competition.