Marion County edges Taylor County in 2A sectional tournament

The semifinal game came down to the wire in a close 6-5 victory for Marion.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 8:02pm

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In the semifinals of the 2A, Section 4 Baseball Tournament, Marion County High School edged out Taylor County High School in a close 6-5 victory. The game, played on Tuesday, March 24 at Lincoln County High School in Stanford, Kentucky, saw Taylor County take multiple leads throughout, including a 3-2 edge after the fifth inning, before Marion County rallied to secure the win.

Why it matters

The 2A sectional tournament is a crucial step for high school baseball teams looking to advance to the state championships. This close matchup between Marion and Taylor County showcases the intense competition and high stakes of the postseason at this level of play.

The details

After Taylor County took a 3-2 lead in the fifth inning, Marion County fought back to score four runs in the sixth and seventh innings to take a 6-3 advantage. Taylor County made a late push, scoring two runs in the bottom of the seventh, but ultimately fell short 6-5 as Marion County held on for the victory.

  • The semifinal game was played on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
  • Marion County took the lead in the sixth and seventh innings.

The players

Marion County High School

The high school baseball team from Marion, Kentucky that won the 2A, Section 4 semifinal game.

Taylor County High School

The high school baseball team from Taylor County, Kentucky that lost the 2A, Section 4 semifinal game to Marion County.

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What’s next

The winner of the 2A, Section 4 tournament will advance to the state championships.

The takeaway

This close sectional tournament game showcases the intense competition and high stakes that high school baseball teams face as they vie for a chance to compete at the state level.