The diamond was alive with action on Wednesday as the 6A and 5A Super Regionals kicked off with thrilling Game 1 matchups. From dominant pitching to explosive innings, here's how the first round of the best-of-3 series unfolded.
In the 6A bracket, top-seeded American Fork showed why they're the team to beat, grinding out an 8-4 victory over No. 16 Farmington. The Cavemen set the tone early, scoring in each of the first four innings to build a commanding lead. Farmington fought back with a three-run fifth and a solo run in the sixth, but American Fork's consistency proved too much. Ryland Drollinger drove in three runs for Farmington, going 1-for-2, but the Cavemen's balanced attack kept them ahead. The series now sits at 1-0, with American Fork looking to close it out in Game 2.
No. 2 Mountain Ridge showcased their firepower with a five-run third inning that powered them to a 7-1 win over No. 15 Herriman. Brody Garrard was the star at the plate, going 2-for-4 with four RBIs, while Colby Claassen dominated on the mound with seven strikeouts. The Sentinels racked up 10 hits to Herriman's four, setting the stage for a potential sweep in Game 2.
No. 5 Lehi delivered a statement performance, blanking No. 12 Davis 11-0 behind a seven-run explosion in the third inning. Murphy Madsen was the catalyst, driving in five runs as the Pioneers added three more in the fourth to seal the mercy-rule victory. With the series lead at 1-0, Lehi is poised to advance, while Davis will need a dramatic turnaround in Game 2.
No. 6 Bingham relied on early momentum to secure a 4-1 win over No. 11 Corner Canyon. The Miners struck for two runs in the first inning and added another in the second, with Cain Stoker and Jaxon Sisam each lacing RBI doubles. Corner Canyon managed just one run in the second, but Bingham's pitching held firm. The Miners now lead the series 1-0, with a chance to wrap it up in Game 2.
No. 10 Copper Hills turned up the heat late, scoring one in the sixth and four in the seventh to blank No. 7 Skyridge 5-0. Kooper Beebe was electric on the mound, striking out five, while Ali Carrillo Jr. went 2-for-5 with two RBIs. Skyridge managed only four hits and couldn't find an answer, leaving the Grizzlies with a 1-0 series lead as they head into Game 2.
No. 9 J. — a typo that likely refers to another team — will need to be clarified, but the theme of the day was clear: early leads, timely hitting, and dominant pitching defined the opening games. As the Super Regionals continue, every team knows that Game 2 is a must-win to keep their championship hopes alive. Stay tuned for more action from the diamond!