Caldwell Reaches 900 Wins in District Triumph at Hopkins Central

Tigers score 20 runs in 7th District victory, extending win streak over Storm

Mar. 27, 2026 at 11:16am

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Caldwell County's baseball team scored 20 runs, including big innings in the fourth and sixth, to defeat Hopkins County Central 20-6 on Thursday. The win was the 900th in Caldwell's program history dating back to 1958, and extended the Tigers' winning streak over the Storm to 22 games.

Why it matters

Caldwell's 900th win is a significant milestone for the program, showcasing its sustained success over decades. The lopsided victory also highlights the Tigers' offensive firepower and ability to pull away from opponents, even in a close district matchup.

The details

Caldwell used 14 hits and 13 walks to power its offense, including a two-run homer from Ari Wells and multi-hit games from Mitchell Phelps, Brody Kirk, Drew Stevens, and Derek Wilson. Scott Cortner picked up the win in relief, allowing just one earned run over the final four innings. For Hopkins Central, Gaige Brasher and Neilan Bruce had multiple hits in the losing effort.

  • The game took place on Thursday, March 27, 2026.
  • It was Caldwell's 22nd straight win over Hopkins Central.
  • It was the 11th time in program history that Caldwell scored at least 20 runs.

The players

Caldwell County

A high school baseball program with a storied history, dating back to 1958 and now reaching the 900-win milestone.

Hopkins County Central

The opposing high school baseball team that has struggled to defeat Caldwell, losing 22 straight games in the series.

Ari Wells

A Caldwell County player who hit a two-run home run as part of his 2-for-3 performance with two RBIs and two runs scored.

Scott Cortner

The Caldwell County pitcher who earned the win in relief, allowing just one earned run over the final four innings.

Gaige Brasher

A Hopkins County Central player who went 2-for-4 with an RBI and two runs scored in the losing effort.

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What they’re saying

“900 wins is such an incredible accomplishment for our program. It's a testament to the hard work and dedication of our players and coaches over the decades.”

— Caldwell County Head Coach

What’s next

Caldwell County will look to continue its strong start to the season when they host Fort Campbell on Friday. Hopkins County Central will travel to take on Heritage Christian Academy in Hopkinsville, also on Friday.

The takeaway

Caldwell County's baseball program has established itself as a consistent winner, reaching the 900-win milestone and extending its dominance over district rival Hopkins Central. The Tigers' offensive firepower and pitching depth have been key factors in their sustained success over the decades.