Thursday, April 30, was a thrilling day for high school sports across the Green Bay area, with action-packed baseball, softball, soccer, track and field, golf, and tennis keeping fans on the edge of their seats. Here's a recap of the standout performances and key moments from the day's games.
Baseball: Bay Port Edges Ashwaubenon in Comeback Win
Bay Port rallied from a three-run deficit to defeat Ashwaubenon 8-4. The Pirates exploded for four runs in the third inning and three more in the fourth, turning the game around. Carson Hawley was the offensive star, smashing a home run and driving in three runs on two hits. Ethan Orlando also contributed with a pair of hits. On the mound, Parker Lawson earned the win, pitching 5⅓ innings, allowing seven hits and four runs (one earned) while striking out five and walking two.
De Pere Dominates with Complete Game Effort
De Pere's Charles Buysse delivered a masterful performance, tossing a five-inning complete game. He allowed just five hits and one walk while striking out three to lead the Redbirds to victory. At the plate, Colton Setzer drove in three runs, while Max Zimmerman and Rory Obma each recorded two hits. Setzer's clutch hitting was a key factor in the win.
Green Bay Preble Powers Past Green Bay Southwest
Green Bay Preble's offense came alive as Will Dornbush, Gavin Krause, and Brady Van Pay each drove in two runs in the Hornets' win over the Trojans. Jackson Zegers crossed the plate three times, while Harrison Selk and Andrew Lindsley both added two hits. The balanced attack proved too much for Southwest to handle.
Sheboygan North Edges Pulaski in Seventh-Inning Thriller
In a nail-biter, Sheboygan North scored a run in the top of the seventh to break a 2-2 tie and secure the win over Pulaski. Brett Rybarczyk and Eric Paarmann each had two hits for the Golden Raiders. Tristan Hundt got the final out in relief to earn the win, while Eli Heuser took the loss after allowing the game-winning run in 1⅓ innings.
Notre Dame Rolls Past Manitowoc
Notre Dame erupted for five runs on just four hits, taking advantage of three Manitowoc errors and four walks in a decisive win. Gabe Eichmann pitched 3⅔ innings and suffered the loss for the Ships, as the Phantoms' aggressive baserunning and disciplined at-bats paid off.
Appleton East Blows Past Green Bay East/West
Appleton East's offense exploded with four runs in the third inning and eight in the fourth, leading to a five-inning victory over Green Bay East/West. Brady Anderson managed two hits for the Red Devils, but it wasn't enough. Douglas Yates started and took the loss for Green Bay East/West.