Latta Panthers Capture Coleman Spring Baseball Tournament Crown

Latta's late-game rally overcomes No. 3 Colbert in championship game

Apr. 13, 2026 at 1:46am

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A vibrant, textured painting in neon colors depicting the intense energy and movement of a high school baseball game, with players' forms dissolving into expressive brushstrokes.Latta's dramatic late-game rally seals an exhilarating victory over Colbert in the Coleman Spring Baseball Tournament final.Coleman Today

The Latta Panthers scored 5 runs in the top of the 7th inning to pull away and defeat the No. 3 ranked Colbert team 9-4 in the championship game of the 2026 Coleman Spring Baseball Tournament held in Coleman, Texas.

Why it matters

The Coleman Spring Baseball Tournament is a prestigious high school baseball event that draws top teams from across the region, making Latta's victory over the highly-ranked Colbert squad an impressive accomplishment for the Panthers program.

The details

Latta and Colbert were locked in a tight contest until the Panthers erupted for 5 runs in the top of the 7th inning to break the game open and secure the tournament championship. The win showcases Latta's ability to perform under pressure and overcome a talented Colbert team.

  • The 2026 Coleman Spring Baseball Tournament championship game took place on Saturday, April 12, 2026.

The players

Latta Panthers

The high school baseball team from Latta, Texas that won the 2026 Coleman Spring Baseball Tournament.

Colbert

The No. 3 ranked high school baseball team that lost to Latta in the championship game of the 2026 Coleman Spring Baseball Tournament.

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The takeaway

Latta's come-from-behind victory over the highly-ranked Colbert squad demonstrates the Panthers' resilience and ability to perform under pressure, making them a team to watch as the high school baseball season continues.