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Farragut Rallies Past Christian County 8-7
Christian County nearly pulls off upset of top-ranked baseball team
Mar. 28, 2026 at 8:00am
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The Christian County Colonels took on one of the top-ranked baseball teams in the country, Farragut, and nearly pulled off a big early-season upset before falling 8-7 in Hoover, Alabama. The Colonels led most of the way until Farragut scored three runs in the top of the sixth inning to take an 8-6 lead, which they held on to for the come-from-behind victory.
Why it matters
This was an important early-season matchup between two strong high school baseball programs, with Christian County nearly knocking off a nationally ranked opponent. The game highlights the competitive nature of high school baseball and the ability of smaller schools to challenge powerhouse programs.
The details
Christian County led most of the way, including holding a 6-5 advantage going into the top of the sixth inning. However, Farragut scored three runs in the sixth to take an 8-6 lead, which they would hold on to despite a late rally attempt by Christian County in the bottom of the inning.
- The game was played on Friday, March 27, 2026.
- Christian County led 6-5 going into the top of the sixth inning.
The players
Layton Creamer
A Christian County player who came up with a big single in the bottom of the sixth inning.
Gavin Mitchell
A Christian County player who was 2-3 with an RBI and three runs scored.
Blake Boehman
A Christian County player who had an RBI.
Andrew Mayes
A Christian County player who had an RBI.
Eddie Davis, Nolan Young, and Sebastian Dazey
Christian County pitchers who saw action on the mound.
The takeaway
Despite the loss, Christian County's performance against a top-ranked opponent shows the team's potential and ability to compete with elite programs. The close game highlights the parity in high school baseball and the opportunity for smaller schools to challenge powerhouse teams.
