"We played great team baseball," Shaw said.
Hoban finished its season at 24-6. Coach Derek Carmichael said, "This group definitely exceeded expectations.
... We got hot late.
This is the greatest team I have ever been on in the sense of team. Guys doing more than they were asked to do.
Guys stepping up."
Walsh Jesuit Builds Early Lead
In the Division II bracket, Walsh Jesuit used a four-run second inning and a three-run third inning to build a decisive lead over Shaker Heights.
Tanner Fitzwater recorded three hits and two runs, while Matthew Mansbery added two hits and two runs after going 4-for-4 against Highland on June 3.
Walsh Jesuit pitcher Caleb Mecurio struck out six over 3 2/3 innings, and Luca Borichevsky threw 3 1/3 scoreless relief innings to secure the win.
CVCA will face Columbus Bishop Watterson in the Division III state semifinal at 7 p. m.
Thursday, June 11, at Thurman Munson Memorial Stadium in Canton. Walsh Jesuit will play Hoover in the Division II state semifinal at 7 p.
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m. Friday, June 12, at the same venue.
