Berlin, MD – March 20, 2026
Decatur seized control early and never let go Friday afternoon, rolling past the Wicomico Varsity Indians 15–2 in a five‑inning contest. A relentless first‑inning surge and steady pressure throughout proved too much for Wicomico to counter as Decatur paired timely hitting with aggressive baserunning to secure the win.
Fast Start Sets the Tone
Decatur struck immediately, pushing across six runs in the top of the first inning and forcing Wicomico onto its heels from the opening pitch. The visitors followed with a five‑run second and a three‑run third to turn the game into a rout early, capitalizing on walks and defensive miscues to extend their advantage.
Decatur’s Bats Stay Hot
At the plate, Decatur totaled seven hits but made them count, driving in 13 runs. The Johnny Hobgood hitter led the offensive charge, piling up three doubles and five RBIs while scoring twice. Brandon Nadeau added a two‑hit, three‑RBI performance, and Caleb Loring chipped in three RBIs of his own as Decatur consistently delivered with runners on base.
Wicomico Finds Moments, Not Momentum
Wicomico managed six hits and drew four walks but struggled to string together sustained rallies. Ayden George finished 2‑for‑2 with a walk, accounting for half of the Indians’ total bases. Bryce Saintil recorded two hits and drove in a run, while Mason Townsend reached base twice and crossed the plate once. Despite those efforts, big innings remained elusive.
Pitching and Defense Tell the Story
Decatur’s pitching staff limited damage after the opening frames, holding Wicomico scoreless over the final three innings. Starter Bradley Means went three innings, allowing two earned runs, while Bryce Baker closed the door with two hitless innings. Wicomico used three arms on the mound but couldn’t slow Decatur’s early surge.
Player of the Game
Johnny Hobgood (Decatur) earns Player of the Game honors, going 3‑for‑3 with three doubles, five RBIs, and two runs scored, delivering the decisive blows that broke the game open.
Final
Stephen Decatur High School 15, Wicomico High School 2
Decatur’s early explosiveness and disciplined approach proved decisive, while Wicomico will look to tighten execution and limit big innings as the season continues. The Indians showed flashes offensively, but Friday belonged to Decatur from start to finish.
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