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Parkston Claims State Berth in 6-2 Victory
24 Jul
Summary
- Parkston secured a state tournament spot by beating Platte/Geddes 6-2.
- This marks Parkston's third consecutive appearance at the state tournament.
- Pitcher Kash Neugebauer delivered a strong performance on the mound.
Parkston Post 194 has secured its place in the Class B American Legion state tournament, marking their third consecutive appearance. The team achieved this feat by triumphing over Platte/Geddes Post 115 with a decisive 6-2 victory in the Region 4B championship game.
The regional championship game saw Parkston take an early lead and maintain control throughout. After scoring in the first inning, Parkston extended its advantage in the fifth with three runs, building a significant cushion. Platte/Geddes managed to score two runs in total, but Parkston responded effectively to secure the win.
Pitcher Kash Neugebauer delivered a stellar performance, pitching six innings and allowing only three hits and two runs. Johnny Weber closed out the game in relief, solidifying Parkston's championship win. The team finished with eight hits compared to Platte/Geddes' three, and committed only one error.
