Pirates, Bulldogs, Chargers advance to sectional finals in baseball

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Last updated Jun 2, 2026

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Greensburg Pirates clinched a spot in the sectional final after an 8-inning 6-2 victory against Jennings County. The Pirates took an early lead but faced a tie at 2-2 before a series of walks in the eighth inning secured their victory. Batesville Bulldogs won against South Dearborn 4-2, helped by Brayden Maple's three-run homer. North Decatur Chargers achieved a doubleheader win, defeating Tri 12-6 and Waldron 12-2, with a strong offensive showing and solid pitching performances. The championship games are set for Monday at their respective sectionals.

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  • Pirates defeated Jennings County 6-2 in sectional semifinals.
  • Batesville scored four runs early to beat South Dearborn 4-2.
  • North Decatur Chargers won twice, 12-6 against Tri and 12-2 against Waldron.
  • Championship games set for Monday at Batesville and Morristown.
  • Both semifinals featured significant late-game scoring.
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In a crazy finish to the sectional semifinal game between Greensburg and Jennings County, the Pirates advanced to the championship game with a 6-2, 8-inning victory. Greensburg jumped out to a 1-0 lead in the first inning on a Colt McCalvin single to left field that scored Hayden Ramsey. The Pirates added a run in the fourth inning with Ethan Bishop singling to center field to drive in ...

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