Latta clips third-ranked Cashion to reach 2A-1 finals
Latta High School's baseball team defeated third-ranked Cashion 5-3 to advance to the Class 2A-1 finals. Senior Brandon Fortner contributed significantly with a solo home run, leading the Panthers to a 2-0 lead. Latta will face No. 4 Colbert in the championship game, aiming for their eighth state title.
- ▪Latta High School improved to 27-3 with the victory over Cashion.
- ▪Brandon Fortner hit a solo home run in the sixth inning to extend Latta's lead.
- ▪Latta has won 12 consecutive games and will compete against Colbert for the state championship.
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