Trojans sweep Lamar at home

COLBY, Kan. - In a decisive matchup on February 25, 2025, the Colby Community College Trojans showcased their prowess on the diamond, overpowering the Lamar Community College Runnin' Lopes with a comprehensive 10-0 win in the sixth inning for game one. The game at Colby's home field highlighted the Trojans' offensive strength and pitching finesse. In game two the Trojans again had a decisive victory with a 14-4 victory sweeping the Lopes and moving their record to 3-5 on the year. They look to build off of this momentum in their upcoming games. Colby will return home on Saturday, March 1st against Northeastern Junior College. Games will be played at 1:00 and 3:30 PM. 

Game 1 Recap
The Trojans wasted no time establishing their dominance, scoring three runs in the first inning. Turner Zdunich played a pivotal role, hitting a double that brought Caden Clifford, Isaiah Sadorus, and Joshua Stark home. This early lead set the tone for the rest of the game.

Colby's offensive onslaught continued in the second inning, adding five more runs to their tally. A combination of strategic hits and capitalizing on errors by the Runnin' Lopes allowed the Trojans to extend their lead. Padilla scored on a passed ball, and subsequent hits by Zdunich and Cam Marshak brought in additional runs.

The Trojans added insurance runs in the fifth and sixth innings, with Chase Kessler contributing two RBIs through a sacrifice fly and a groundout, ensuring a comfortable victory.

Colby's pitcher, Tyler Smith, delivered an exceptional performance, pitching a complete game shutout. Over six innings, Smith allowed only two hits and struck out ten batters, maintaining control and composure throughout the game. His efforts were instrumental in securing the Trojans' victory.

Game 2 Recap

The game featured a strong performance by the Trojans, who capitalized on their batting strength to outmatch Lamar.

The Trojans set the tone early, scoring five runs in the first inning. Gavin Galenza's two-run homer and Matthew Murray's two-run homer were pivotal in establishing their early lead. The Trojans added another run in the second inning, as Jacob Mraz scored on a wild pitch, extending their lead to 6-0.

Colby continued to dominate, with Charlie Langford hitting a solo home run in the fourth inning. The fifth inning saw an explosive performance from the Trojans, as they scored seven runs to put the game out of reach. Key contributions came from Murray, who doubled to bring in a run, and Galenza, who doubled to score Langford. The inning was rounded off by Tyson Shade's two-run single.

Pitching played a crucial role in Colby's victory. Jack Schroeder, who earned the win, pitched three innings, allowing three hits and four runs, while striking out four. Jaxon MacDonald and Turner Zdunich combined for four innings of scoreless relief, effectively shutting down Lamar's offense.

In summary, the Colby Trojans' comprehensive performances, highlighted by powerful hitting and effective pitching, secured their 10-0 and 14-4 triumphs over the Lamar CC Runnin' Lopes. The Trojans' ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and maintain pressure throughout the games was instrumental in their commanding victory. The Trojans' comprehensive victory over Lamar was a testament to their balanced team effort, with standout performances both at the plate and on the mound. As the season progresses, Colby will look to build on this momentum as they play on Saturday, March 1st at home against Northeastern Junior College. Game one will start at 1:00 followed by game two at 3:30 PM. Come out and support your Colby Trojans!