PERFECT SEASON CONTINUES: FRUITLAND ADVANCES TO STATE WITH DOMINANT 11-0 WIN OVER BUHL

The Fruitland Grizzlies continued their remarkable undefeated season (now 26-0) with a commanding 11-0 victory over the Buhl Indians in Saturday’s regional matchup, punching their ticket to the IHSAA 4A State Tournament.

Game Highlights:

• Grizzlies’ pitching staff combined for a complete-game shutout, allowing just 3 hits
• Landon Bushong launched a solo home run to left field in the fourth inning
• Fruitland broke the game open with a decisive 5-run sixth inning
• Coye Coffman dominated on both sides, throwing 4 scoreless innings while collecting 2 hits and an RBI triple

Offensive Leaders:

• Coye Coffman: 2 hits including an RBI triple, 3 stolen bases
• Landon Bushong: 2 hits with a solo home run
• Quinn Hood: Game-high 2 RBIs
• Owen Baker: 2 RBIs on two sacrifice flies
• Nate Grosvenor: RBI double

Pitching Performance:

• Coye Coffman (W): 4 IP, 3 H, 0 R, 3 K, 1 BB – masterful control throughout
• Jameson George: 2 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 1 K, 2 BB – closed out the game in relief

Team Stats:

• 9 total hits with consistent production throughout the lineup
• Error-free defense with a key double play
• 5 different players drove in runs, showcasing balanced attack

The Grizzlies advance to the IHSAA 4A State Tournament, which will be held May 15-17 at Melaleuca Field in Idaho Falls, where they’ll look to continue their perfect season and capture the state championship.