Caldwell County's Presten Alfred Strikes Out 14 in Win

Junior pitcher adds catching duties to his repertoire this season.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 7:56am

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Caldwell County junior Presten Alfred struck out 14 batters on Monday night while picking up the win in the Tigers' 10-2 victory over Crittenden County. Alfred, who has added catching to his duties this season, pitched into the seventh inning as the Tigers improved to 8-2 on the year.

Why it matters

Alfred's dominant performance on the mound highlights the depth of Caldwell County's pitching staff and the versatility of their junior star, who has taken on an expanded role this season. The Tigers are off to a strong start and look to be a contender in their local high school baseball league.

The details

In Monday's game, Alfred struck out 14 Crittenden County batters over 6.2 innings of work, helping the Tigers cruise to a comfortable 10-2 victory. The junior has added catching duties to his repertoire this season, showcasing his growing skill set and value to the Caldwell County team.

  • Presten Alfred struck out 14 batters on Monday, April 1, 2026.
  • The Tigers improved to 8-2 on the season with the win.

The players

Presten Alfred

A junior pitcher and catcher for the Caldwell County Tigers high school baseball team.

Caldwell County Tigers

The high school baseball team from Caldwell County, Kentucky that currently has an 8-2 record on the season.

Crittenden County

The high school baseball team that lost 10-2 to Caldwell County on Monday.

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What’s next

Caldwell County will look to continue their strong start to the season in their upcoming games.

The takeaway

Presten Alfred's dominant pitching performance, combined with his added duties as catcher, showcase the depth and versatility of the Caldwell County Tigers baseball team as they aim to contend for a championship this season.