The Christian County Colonels delivered a strong all-around performance on March 28, 2026, earning an 8-3 win and showcasing a balanced effort at the plate and on the mound.
Christian County set the tone early in the first inning when Blake Boehman doubled to bring home a run and give the Colonels an early advantage. The team continued to apply pressure throughout the game, consistently finding ways to get on base and manufacture runs.
After the game was tied in the third inning, the Colonels responded in the bottom of the fourth with disciplined at-bats and timely hitting. Andrew Mayes broke the tie with an RBI single, and Dylan Sweeney followed with a hit to extend the lead to 4-1. The inning highlighted the team’s ability to string together quality plate appearances and capitalize on opportunities.
The Colonels continued to build momentum late in the game, with a key rally in the sixth inning helping put the game out of reach. Chase Fort played a major role in that push, finishing 3-for-4 on the day with a double and two RBIs. His consistency at the plate helped anchor a lineup that produced nine total hits.
Gage Montes contributed both at the plate and on the mound, collecting two hits in four at-bats while also earning the start. Montes pitched five solid innings, allowing just two runs—only one earned—on four hits while striking out five. His performance helped keep the Colonels in control throughout the game.
The offense showed patience and discipline, drawing eight walks as a team. Gavin Mitchell led that effort with two walks, while multiple players contributed to a balanced attack. Layton Creamer, Andrew Mayes, Dylan Sweeney, Blake Boehman, and Chase Fort all played key roles in keeping innings alive and applying pressure.
Defensively and on the mound, the Colonels stayed composed, limiting mistakes and maintaining control of the game’s tempo. The combination of steady pitching, timely hitting, and plate discipline proved to be the difference.
With the win, the Colonels continue to build chemistry and momentum as they move forward in the season, showing the potential of a team that is beginning to come together at the right time.
