South Webster secures 4-2 win over Newark Catholic in regional semifinal

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Last updated Jun 5, 2026

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South Webster baseball defeated Newark Catholic 4-2 in a Division VII, Region 27 Semifinal at Bob Wren Stadium in Athens. After falling behind 2-0 in the first inning, South Webster responded with strong pitching from Benaiah Andrews and clutch hitting, scoring runs in the fifth, sixth, and seventh innings. The victory followed a season of transformation for South Webster, emphasizing strong fundamentals across the game. This win advances South Webster to the regional finals, where they aim to continue their momentum.

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  • South Webster trails 2-0 after the first inning.
  • Benaiah Andrews delivers strong pitching performance.
  • Jeeps score four unanswered runs to secure victory.
  • South Webster commits one error compared to Newark's four.
  • Game marks a key advancement to the regional finals.
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ATHENS — The transformation of South Webster baseball, under head coach Ryan McClintic, has been about doing the so-called little things in all facets of the game, whether it be hitting, pitching, baserunning or fielding. South Webster arguably outperformed Newark Catholic in all four facets in a Division VII, Region 27 Semifinal matchup. And they did it by staying true to the process. Down ...

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