Dorman Baseball Defeats Byrnes in Key Regional Matchup

Dorman moves 1.5 games ahead of Byrnes in Region 2-5A standings with home victory.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 3:21am

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The Dorman High School baseball team (13-1, 6-1) defeated the Byrnes High School Rebels (11-4) by a score of 5-3 in a key regional matchup on March 31st. The win moves Dorman 1.5 games ahead of Byrnes in the Region 2-5A standings.

Why it matters

This game was an important early-season clash between two of the top teams in Region 2-5A. The outcome could have major implications for the regional championship and playoff seeding later in the season.

The details

Dorman jumped out to an early lead and held on late to secure the 5-3 victory over Byrnes. The win extends Dorman's overall record to 13-1 on the season and 6-1 in regional play, while Byrnes drops to 11-4 overall and 4-3 in the region.

  • The game was played on March 31, 2026.
  • Dorman and Byrnes are currently in the middle of their Region 2-5A schedules.

The players

Dorman High School

A public high school located in Roebuck, South Carolina that competes in SCHSL Class 5A athletics.

Byrnes High School

A public high school located in Duncan, South Carolina that competes in SCHSL Class 5A athletics.

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What they’re saying

“This was a big win for us against a very talented Byrnes team. Our guys really battled and executed when it mattered most.”

— Dorman Head Coach

What’s next

Dorman and Byrnes will meet again on April 14th in a rematch at Byrnes High School. This game could have major implications for the Region 2-5A championship race.

The takeaway

Dorman has established itself as the team to beat in Region 2-5A with this key victory over a fellow contender. However, the regional race is far from over, and the rematch between these two squads will be a must-watch event for high school baseball fans in the Upstate.