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Ripley's Josh Gowdy hit a three-run homer in the first game of the Tigers' doubleheader against Greenwood on Friday.

The first round of the MHSAA baseball playoffs took place this past weekend, with four area teams having qualified for postseason play. Ripley and Pine Grove both brought home victories in the 4A and 1A playoffs' first round, respectively, while Falkner and Hickory Flat both saw their season come to a close in the opening rounds in 1A.

Jones’ cycle highlights Pine Grove’s sweep over Byers

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