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Alexandria Dominates Clark for 2026 Class B Baseball Crown
17 Aug
Summary
- Alexandria secured their sixth state title with a dominant 12-2 victory over Clark.
- Player/Manager Peyton Smith praised the team's composure and aggressive offense.
- Dakota Munger was named MVP for his all-around performance on the mound and at bat.
The Alexandria Angels have claimed their sixth South Dakota Class B amateur baseball tournament championship, decisively beating Clark 12-2 in a seven-inning game. This victory adds to their impressive record since 2013, with their last title secured in 2020.
A dominant first inning saw Alexandria score nine runs, quickly establishing a commanding lead. The Angels continued their offensive pressure, adding three more runs in the second inning to extend their advantage.
Pitcher Dakota Munger delivered a stellar performance on the mound, striking out eight batters and allowing only nine hits. Munger was also recognized as the tournament's Most Valuable Player for his exceptional contributions.
Clark managed to score in the third and fifth innings, but it was not enough to overcome Alexandria's early lead. Despite the loss, Clark had a remarkable tournament run, marked by several close victories.
Alexandria concluded their season with a 21-3 overall record, also securing the Sunshine League regular-season title and the District 5B tournament title.
