Blanchester Wildcats open league play with win over Bethel-Tate Tigers

Powered by an 11-hit attack, the Wildcats defeated the Tigers 11-6 in their SBAAC National Division opener.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 3:07pm

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The Blanchester Wildcats baseball team opened their SBAAC National Division league play with an 11-6 victory over the Bethel-Tate Tigers on Monday. Blanchester's offense was led by an 11-hit attack, while the team's coach praised the players for competing the right way for the full seven innings.

Why it matters

This win marks the start of league play for the Wildcats, who will look to build momentum and position themselves for a strong season in the SBAAC National Division. High school baseball rivalries and divisional matchups often generate excitement within local communities.

The details

Blanchester coach Alan Ledford was pleased with his team's performance, saying, "We talk a lot about respecting the game and competing the right way for seven innings. I thought our kids did that tonight." The Wildcats' offense produced 11 hits to power their 11-6 victory over the Tigers.

  • The game took place on Monday, March 29, 2026.

The players

Alan Ledford

The head coach of the Blanchester Wildcats baseball team.

Blanchester Wildcats

The high school baseball team from Blanchester, Ohio that opened their SBAAC National Division league play with a win over Bethel-Tate.

Bethel-Tate Tigers

The high school baseball team from Bethel-Tate that lost to Blanchester in their SBAAC National Division opener.

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What they’re saying

“We talk a lot about respecting the game and competing the right way for seven innings. I thought our kids did that tonight.”

— Alan Ledford, Blanchester Wildcats Head Coach

The takeaway

This victory marks a strong start to the Wildcats' league play, as they look to build momentum and position themselves for a successful season in the SBAAC National Division. The team's focus on competing the right way for the full game is a positive sign for their development and teamwork.