CHARLESTON, W.Va. — East Hardy advanced to the Class A title game with a 11-1 six-inning rout of Gilmer County in Thursday’s semifinal at GoMart Ballpark.
The Cougars (13-15) advanced to the state title game for the first time since 2012 under legendary coach Raymond Snapp. Current East Hardy coach Tyler Mongold was a standout pitcher on that team.
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