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Missouri High School Baseball District Playoffs Produce Winners

PUBLISHED May 19, 2026, 3:36 AM ET

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Sedalia — The Tipton Cardinals beat Sedalia Sacred Heart 2-1 at Liberty Park on Monday to win the Class 2 District 13 title, and Eli Higgins pitched a complete-game three-hitter. In New Bloomfield on Wednesday, the Eugene Eagles defeated Russellville 7-2 to claim the Class 2 District 8 championship; both winners advanced toward state sectionals. Ashland this week saw Southern Boone walk off Boonville 3-2 in eight innings in a Class 4 District 8 semifinal, while Tipton, Eugene and Southern Boone secured tournament victories that set sectional matchups next week. Semifinals and title games are scheduled this week, with advancing teams preparing for state-level competition.

By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Monday: Tipton defeated Sedalia Sacred Heart 2-1 to win the Class 2 District 13 title.
Monday: Eli Higgins pitched a complete-game three-hitter in Tipton’s district final victory.
Wednesday: Eugene defeated Russellville 7-2 to win the Class 2 District 8 championship.
This week: Southern Boone walked off Boonville 3-2 in eight innings in a Class 4 District 8 semifinal.
Next week: Advancing teams from district tournaments are scheduled to play in state sectional matchups.

News Intelligence

These district playoffs are a big deal for local communities. They bring folks together, fuel school spirit, and showcase young talent. If you're in the area, consider attending a game. It's a great way to support your community and enjoy some quality baseball.

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Who Benefited

Winning teams Tipton, Eugene and Southern Boone benefited by securing district titles or advancing in district tournaments, which qualifies them for state sectional matchups and preserves momentum for their programs.

Who Impacted

Sedalia Sacred Heart, Russellville and Boonville lost their respective district games and therefore missed district titles or semifinal victories, halting their immediate progress toward state-level advancement.

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