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From 11 shutouts to clutch shootout saves, Cooper Harrington’s impact defined Bainbridge’s perfect campaign, earning him the region’s top individual award and spotlighting a wealth of talent across the Olympic and Puget Sound leagues.
Ethan McElvain, a junior left‑hander transferred from Vanderbilt, has been named a finalist for the Stopper of the Year Award, given to the nation’s top relief pitcher by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association. His 6‑0 record, 1.03 ERA and 52 strikeouts have positioned him for the award to be announced in Omaha.
A dramatic sixth‑inning homer, two ejections and a steady relief effort propelled the Bulldogs to a 6‑1 win, extending a streak that highlights their resilience.
Bainbridge captured its second state championship in a penalty shootout, while Columbia River secured third place with a hard‑fought victory. The tournament showcased emerging talent and historic program milestones across Washington.
With a 48‑12 record and a dominant pitching staff, Georgia looks to close out the Athens Regional on Sunday. A win would guarantee a Super Regional berth, while Liberty hopes to force a decisive second game on Monday.
Bainbridge High School’s boys soccer team finished an unbeaten campaign with a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Squalicum, capturing the Class 2A state championship.
The Spartans rallied from a goal down to beat Sehome 2-1, with Magnus Hauge and Will Treverton on the scoresheet, and will now face Squalicum for the state title.
In Athens, Georgia, Liberty University’s baseball team erased a late deficit to defeat Boston College 4-3, extending its winning streak in tight games.
After a dominant Conference USA campaign that yielded a 41‑19 record and seven all‑conference honorees, the Liberty Flames baseball team travels to Athens to begin its ninth NCAA Regional appearance against Boston College.
In a rain‑delayed contest that spilled into Saturday morning, Liberty’s bullpen shut down Missouri State and key hitters Josh Campos and Jordan Jaffe delivered clutch hits, moving the Flames to a 41‑18 record and a date with the Gamecocks.
Missouri State lost 7‑5 to Liberty after a rain‑delayed semifinal spanned two days, with the Bears' season finale awaiting the NCAA selection show.
Bainbridge's boys soccer team posted a 5‑0 quarterfinal win, with Cruz Piland scoring a hat trick, extending their unbeaten streak to 21 games and setting up a semifinal clash on May 29.
In a 10-4 victory at Kennesaw State's Mickey Dunn Stadium, Liberty's Kyle Hvidsten and Nick Barone delivered clutch homers while pitcher Ben Blair secured his seventh win of the season.
The No. 2 seed Liberty Flames defeated the No. 8 seed Sam Houston Bearkats 10-4 in the tournament’s opening game, with Ben Blair earning the win and Nick Barone delivering a three‑run homer.
Liberty’s 8‑7 win over Middle Tennessee sealed a 21‑9 conference record and a No. 2 seed for the C‑USA Championship, highlighted by clutch hitting and relief pitching.