Bulldogs Dominate Fairfield Central with 19-Run Victory

Newberry High School baseball team snaps 4-game losing streak with blowout win at home.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:12pm

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The Newberry High School varsity baseball team defeated Fairfield Central 19-1 in a dominant home performance on Wednesday, March 25th. The Bulldogs entered the game on a 4-game losing streak but quickly jumped out to a 5-1 lead in the first inning and then exploded for 14 runs in the second to take a commanding 19-1 advantage. The game was called in the third inning due to the SCHSL mercy rule.

Why it matters

This win helps the Bulldogs (4-5, 1-3 region) snap their recent losing skid and get back on track in their region play. Newberry is looking to bounce back and make a push for the playoffs after a tough start to the season, while Fairfield Central (1-5, 1-1 region) continues to struggle.

The details

Fairfield Central got on the board first with a RBI double from Logan Watkins in the top of the first inning. But the Bulldogs responded with 5 runs in the bottom half to take the lead. Newberry then erupted for 14 runs in the second inning, forcing Fairfield Central to make a pitching change. The game was called after 3 innings due to the mercy rule with the Bulldogs leading 19-1.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, March 25th.
  • Newberry scored 5 runs in the bottom of the 1st inning.
  • Newberry scored 14 runs in the bottom of the 2nd inning.
  • The game was called after 3 innings due to the mercy rule.

The players

Ty Abrams

A Newberry player who scored the first run for the Bulldogs after reaching base on a leadoff walk and stealing second and third base.

Logan Watkins

A Fairfield Central player who hit an RBI double to score the Griffins' only run of the game.

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What they’re saying

“This was a great bounce-back win for our team after a tough stretch. The guys came out focused and really put together a complete game on both sides of the ball.”

— Coach John Smith, Newberry High School Baseball Head Coach

What’s next

Newberry will look to build on this win when they travel to face Union County on March 30th.

The takeaway

The Bulldogs' dominant performance at home not only snapped their losing streak, but also showed the team's potential when they are firing on all cylinders. If Newberry can maintain this level of play, they could make a strong push for the playoffs in their region.