Hitting propels Free State to 12-1 run-rule win over Topeka in state baseball tournament

Free State baseball’s entire lineup was active in the batter’s box in a 12-1 five-inning win over the Topeka Trojans on Thursday at Hoglund Ballpark in the first round of the state baseball tournament. The Firebirds manufactured runs with hits in the gaps and aggressive baserunning. In a game shortened by the run rule, FSHS recorded nine hits and six walks. Only one Firebird recorded more than one hit, with ...