The Green Machine started their run to the championship today after reaching the top tier by going 3-0 in the pool play.
In the semi-final round we played A-Turf for the first time all year, and we were ready for a real battle. The boys outlasted their opponents and beat them soundly in the late innings to win 10-6. We had great pitching from Connor, Griff, and Rocco.
In, the championship game, we played Clarence who all year has been at the top of the 10u A division. The North Buffalo boys held on and gave the Big Red Machine the fight of their lives. The game was tied for most of the afternoon, going nine innings before Clarence was able to take advantage of a string of hits and win 4-3. It was the longest game we have played ever, and our pitching lasted throughout. Several great defensive plays were made throuout the game, and I hope everyone there agrees that they saw the baseball game of the year today. For once, i really think that the North Buffalo team has put to rest any doubts that they belong among the elite teams in Western New York. I hope that we can keep the momentum rolling, as we ready ourselves for the big playoff game in the coming weeks. No one is happy to win second place, but if we play that game ten times, we probably end up 5-5. I think that says a lot. Thanks for a great weekend, boys! I am extremely proud of you all.
