The state baseball title is back in Westport.
For the 2nd time in 3 years, Staples won the class LL (extra large schools) title. The Wreckers shut out Southington today 3-0, in Middletown.
Staples pitcher Chad Knight — already drafted by the New York Yankees — was his usual commanding self. He struck out 10 Blue Devils, and gave up just 3 hits, in a commanding, complete game performance.
Pitcher Chad Knight celebrates the final out … (Photo copyright by Chris Greer)
Knight and 3 teammates — Harry Azadian, Drew Rogers and Charlie Roof — are no strangers to success. In 2013 they were part of the Westport team that reached the finals of the Little League World Series in Williamsport.
Two years ago — as sophomores — they starred on the Wreckers’ state champion team.
… and is quickly joined by his teammates. (Photo copyright by Chris Greer)
Today was the last time the longtime friends played together. How wonderful for them — and their teammates, head coach Jack McFarland and his staff, and the town of Westport — that they went out on top.
And — as they’ve done for the past 6 years — they did it again today with class, poise, and plenty of smiles.
The state champion Staples baseball team. The scoreboard behind them tells the story. (Photo copyright by Chris Greer)