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The 2026 Vermont high school baseball playoffs delivered thrilling moments, highlighted by standout players such as Tommy Amber and Sam Bent, as recognized by the Burlington Free Press All-Championship team.
The Hornets completed a 17‑0 run, defeating Mount Anthony 5‑0 in the state final and ending a decade‑long wait for an undefeated season.
From a dominant regular season to a dramatic postseason showdown, the Champlain Valley Redhawks showcased resilience, skill, and teamwork, culminating in a close defeat that left fans hopeful for the future.
A pitcher's duel between Jacob Laroche and Vinny Wagoner produced a shutout, but it was Alec Davis' seventh-inning single that sealed a 1-0 win for Essex and a championship berth against Mount Anthony.