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The Hiland baseball seniors concluded their high school careers with a runner‑up showing in the Division VI state championship, wrapping up a run that featured three straight titles.
The 2026 spring baseball season in Tuscarawas County concluded with award recognitions for standout players and a championship game that ended in a narrow defeat for the Hiland Hawks.
The Hawks fell just short in the state final, ending a 29-game winning streak while their senior class was lauded for its impact on the program.
The Tigers rallied in the fifth inning to secure a 2-1 win, avenging last year's title game and delivering a dramatic finish to a tightly contested state final.
Hiland overcame a two‑run hole, powered by a six‑run fourth inning and strong pitching, to secure a 7‑2 victory and set up a championship showdown scheduled for 10 a.m. on May 12.