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The Wilder seniors posted 5‑3 and 5‑0 wins over Whatcom Post No. 7, highlighted by strong pitching from Kody Williams and power hitting from Hunter Tennell and Ian Smithson.
The Bainbridge Spartans edged Tumwater 1‑0 in an eight‑inning showdown to repeat as 2A state champions, with pitcher McCrea Curfman earning MVP honors.
The 2A state baseball tournament reaches its climax with Tumwater and Bainbridge heading for the championship. Tumwater routed Selah 3-1 and Nathan Hale 5-0, while Bainbridge downed Orting 6-1. Both teams now prepare for a showdown at Bellingham's Joe Martin Field.
The Roughriders posted a 5-0 shutout over Bremerton, while the Sequim Cardinals edged Franklin Pierce 4-3, setting the stage for semifinal showdowns.