JOURNAL SPORTS

In an exciting doubleheader on opening weekend in Region 14 play, Bossier Parish Community College split at Navarro College, showcasing both offensive power and pitching prowess.

In the first game last Saturday, Bossier Parish notched a 9-6 win. Andy Roman led the offensive charge with three hits, including a powerful home run. Hayden Stringfellow also contributed a homer, adding to the Cavaliers’ impressive display at the plate. Daniel Pinkerton chipped in with two hits.

On the mound, Ben McKinnon started strong, going three innings and allowing just two runs while striking out four. The bullpen, featuring Jaden Bahl, Zander Bretza, and Brandon Levy, played a crucial role in securing the win, shutting down Navarro’s offense in the later innings.

However, the second game proved to be a tougher challenge for Bossier Parish in a 6-0 loss.  Tyrus Hall had a standout performance at the plate for BPCC, collecting three hits. Andy Roman, Gianluca Montanaro, Parker Gwyn, and Dylan Biddick each contributed a hit, but the Cavaliers’ offense struggled to generate runs. 

Garett Blanchard started on the mound, pitching three innings and allowing four runs. Jake Skelly provided solid relief to keep the game within reach. Bryson Menard and Cameron Williams each pitched an inning of relief, but Navarro’s pitching staff managed to keep Bossier Parish scoreless.

Tuesday on the road at UA Rich Mountain in Mena, Ark.,, the Cavaliers fell 9-5 with the home team scoring five in the bottom of the seventh and adding an insurance run in the bottom of the eighth.

Bossier Parish (9-4) is back in action today continuing conference play with a 1 p.m. doubleheader at Panola College.