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In a thrilling game at Werner Park, Millard North stunned second-ranked Elkhorn South with a 4-0 win in the Nebraska High School State Baseball Tournament. Senior pitcher Wade Spencer shone with 11 strikeouts, leading the Mustangs, now 22-11, to advance. Early runs established confidence, and two additional runs in the seventh sealed the victory. Meanwhile, Elkhorn South struggles with only two hits, setting up a challenging future game. As other matches unfold, the excitement for the state tournament continues to grow.

Millard North Pulls Off Stunning Victory Over Elkhorn South in State Baseball Tournament

In a thrilling matchup at Werner Park, Millard North has taken the baseball world by storm, knocking off second-ranked Elkhorn South with a decisive score of 4-0. This hard-fought victory means the Mustangs, ranked seventh, are now riding high with a record of 22 wins and 11 losses as they advance in the Nebraska High School State Baseball Tournament.

A Game Highlighted by Pitching Mastery

On the mound, senior pitcher Wade Spencer truly stole the spotlight. With an impressive performance, he struck out a staggering 11 batters while allowing just two hits throughout the game. When Spencer needed a little extra support, reliever Colin Driffill jumped in to help secure a two-hit shutout, showcasing the strong pitching that Millard North is known for.

Early Runs Set the Tone

Millard North wasted no time getting on the board, scoring their first runs early in the game. The first run came from a groundout by Ripken Fleck, followed by a run-scoring grounder from Spencer Phillips in the second inning. These early efforts helped set the tone for the match and gave the Mustangs the confidence they needed as they battled Elkhorn South.

Sealing the Deal in the Seventh

As the game progressed, the Mustangs didn’t sit back; they went on to add two insurance runs in the seventh inning. Jackson Smith hit a clutch RBI single, and an infield throwing error allowed another run to score, rounding off their successful outing.

Elkhorn South’s Struggles

On the other side of the field, Elkhorn South was left grappling for answers. The team, which finished out with a record of 17 wins and 11 losses, managed to muster only two hits throughout the game—both singles from Eamon O’Gorman and Brody Jindra. It’s been a tough day for the Elkhorn South squad, who now face an uphill battle as they prepare for an elimination game against Papillion-La Vista South, scheduled for Tuesday at 7 p.m.

Top Team Lincoln East Continues to Lead

As the tournament continues to unfold, top-ranked Lincoln East remains unbeaten after pulling off a spectacular walk-off 3-2 victory against Millard South. The Spartans’ Carter Harmes came through with a game-winning RBI single, driving in Troy Peltz in the bottom of the seventh. With a record of 30 wins and 3 losses, Lincoln East is set to compete again at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, aiming to maintain their winning streak.

Other Notable Tournament Highlights

In addition to the Millard North victory, other exciting moments were seen throughout the tournament. Defending state champion Millard West clung tightly to a narrow 1-0 win against Papillion-La Vista, guided by pitcher Colton Williams’ impressive nine strikeouts over six innings. Meanwhile, Omaha Skutt secured a no-hitter with an outstanding performance against Waverly, winning 4-0.

As the tournament progresses, teams such as Gretna East and Malcolm, the defending Class C champion, also made headlines with their victories. Malcolm edged out Wayne with a tight 2-1 score, while Central City/Centura defeated Fort Calhoun 9-6 to advance further in the Class C bracket.

The Road Ahead

As we eagerly look ahead, the state baseball tournament is set to continue with both elimination and winners bracket games. Fans will be on the edge of their seats as teams vie for glory, hoping to claim the coveted title. With the excitement building and many games still to unfold, there’s no telling what surprises and thrilling moments are in store for baseball lovers across Nebraska.

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