More than 500 young baseball players have converged on Port Angeles this weekend for the combined Cal Ripken Northwest Washington state tournament and the Babe Ruth State tournament, a showcase of talent that draws teams from across the region.
A no‑hitter to remember
Wilder 14U opened its campaign with a dominant 17‑0 victory over the Lynden Lobos, highlighted by Gavin Doyle’s immaculate no‑hitter. The performance set the tone for a tournament that would see both brilliance and heartbreak.
Tristin Konoposki was a standout at the plate, going 3‑for‑4 with a double, three runs scored and two RBIs, underscoring the offensive firepower of the 14U squad.
A narrow loss in the later innings
The momentum shifted when Wilder 14U faced the FCA Lumberjacks, dropping a 14‑11 decision after leading 11‑9. The close finish illustrated how quickly a lead can evaporate in tournament baseball.
Errors prove costly for the 12U side
Wilder 12U opened its tournament with a 7‑5 defeat to Kelso 12U, a loss compounded by seven defensive errors that allowed the opposition to stay alive.
Early dominance for the younger groups
The 10U team answered the call, winning its first two games. It first routed the NBYB Trash Pandas 12‑4 before adding a 7‑1 victory over the LYB All‑Stars.
Meanwhile, the 9U squad delivered a commanding 22‑7 win over the Lynden Lobos White squad, showcasing depth across the age divisions.