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Tupelo 49ers score early to secure win in regional opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 7:03 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

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Summary

The Tupelo 49ers achieved victory against Columbia (Tenn.) by a score of 5-2 in the first round of the American Legion Mid-South Regional on Thursday at Sims Park in Gastonia, North Carolina. Tupelo took control with a four-run first inning, highlighted by Colin Flurry's three-run homer. Columbia managed to score in the second, but Tupelo responded with a sacrifice fly. Cade Lott pitched four innings for Tupelo, allowing two runs, while J.D. Whitaker recorded a save after three hitless innings. The 49ers will face a yet-to-be-determined opponent at noon Central on Friday.

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By the Numbers

•Tupelo 49ers scored four runs in the first inning.
•Colin Flurry hit a three-run home run.
•Cade Lott recorded the win with four innings pitched.
•J.D. Whitaker earned a save, throwing three hitless innings.
•Next game is scheduled for Friday at noon Central.

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7:03 PMYahoo Sports — Tupelo 49ers ride fast start to win in regional opener

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A big first inning carried the Tupelo 49ers to victory in the first round of the American Legion Mid-South Regional on Thursday morning. The Niners scored four times in the opening frame and went on to beat Columbia (Tenn.) 5-2 at Sims Park in Gastonia, North Carolina. Tupelo’s next game will be at noon Central on Friday against an opponent to be determined. Eli McDaniels scored on a passed ...
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