The Russell County Middle School Baseball team finished as the west division semi-state runner up in action over the weekend.
The team defeated LaRue County 11-3 on Sunday thanks to a big day from Carter Stapp, who finished the day with 3 hits and 4 RBI. Jace Scaggs drove in three runs as well and Mason Jasper got the win on the mound.
In the second game, the Lakers fell to Green County 5-3. Tanner Stringer drove in a pair of runs and Stapp drove in one as well.
The Lakers will play in the state competition next week.
