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Cougars Roar to State Title Game!
6 Jun
Summary
- McCook Central/Montrose to play for Class B state title.
- Fighting Cougars defeated Gayville-Volin 15-7 in semifinals.
- Castlewood advanced by defeating Hanson 12-7 in their semifinal.
McCook Central/Montrose will compete for the Class B state softball championship following a decisive 15-7 semifinal win over Gayville-Volin. This marks the Fighting Cougars' first appearance in the state tournament title game. Their potent offense capitalized on numerous errors, overcoming an early deficit to secure the victory. Zaidee Huls earned the pitching win, with Landry Andal hitting a home run and Mya Morrison scoring three runs.
In the other semifinal, top-seed Castlewood narrowly defeated Hanson 12-7. The Warriors staged a late rally in the sixth inning, fueled by extra-base hits, to clinch their spot in the championship. Sophia Kudrna and Morgan Wilson led Castlewood's offense, with Cydni Kudrna contributing two triples. Hanson, despite 11 hits, will now play Gayville-Volin for third place.
