Federalsburg, MD – April 20, 2026
North Caroline used timely hitting and a dominant complete‑game effort on the mound to secure a 4–1 victory over Colonel Richardson on Monday afternoon, pulling away late and limiting the Colonels to a single run despite seven hits on the day
Tight Start Before Bulldogs Break Through
The game opened as a tightly contested battle through the early innings, with neither side able to generate sustained offense. Colonel Richardson collected base runners early, but North Caroline’s defense and pitching staff consistently worked out of trouble, keeping the contest scoreless into the middle innings.
North Caroline Builds Momentum
North Caroline finally broke through by scratching across runs in the middle innings and added insurance late, using five total hits and patience at the plate to manufacture offense. Oliver Frankowski provided a key RBI, while Wyatt Eaton drove in a run despite going hitless, illustrating the Bulldogs’ ability to produce without big swings.
Colonels Can’t Cash In
Colonel Richardson finished with seven hits but struggled to convert chances into runs. Derrick Mitchell led the Colonels offensively with a pair of hits and a run scored, while Jack Walls and Caleb Rouser also contributed. However, the Colonels left multiple runners stranded and were unable to deliver the timely hit needed to shift momentum.
On the hill, North Caroline’s Ethan Poore delivered a commanding seven‑inning performance, allowing just one unearned run on seven hits while striking out six. Poore faced 30 batters and consistently induced weak contact, neutralizing Colonel Richardson’s lineup and sealing the win with efficiency and poise.
Player of the Game
Ethan Poore (North Caroline) earned Player of the Game honors after tossing a complete game for North Caroline. The right‑hander gave up only one unearned run, scattered seven hits, and recorded six strikeouts on 100 pitches, anchoring the Bulldogs’ victory from first pitch to final out.
Final
Colonel Richardson 1, North Caroline 4