Eagles Ride Six-Game Win Streak, Withington Throws No-Hitter in Dominant Stretch
April 23, 2026
The Colby High School baseball team continues to build momentum as the season moves into its mid-spring stretch, putting together an impressive run over the past week and a half highlighted by clutch hitting, resilient pitching, and a signature performance on the mound.
Most notably, the Eagles have strung together a six-game winning streak, capped by a dominant doubleheader sweep of Hugoton on April 21. Senior Braxton Withington delivered the defining moment of that stretch, throwing a no-hitter in game one while leading Colby to an 8-0 victory. The outing showcased not only his command on the mound, but also the growing confidence of a team that appears to be hitting its stride at the right time.
The recent run began with a dramatic 9-8 win over Burlington on April 9, a game that set the tone for the Eagles’ current identity. Colby showed early offensive life before falling behind but rallied late with a three-run seventh inning to walk it off. Key contributions came from Corbin Sherman, Dallas Kliensorge, and Withington, who delivered the game-winning hit in the final frame. The comeback win highlighted the team’s ability to respond under pressure, a theme that has carried through the rest of the stretch.
Colby followed that performance with a doubleheader sweep of Scott City on April 14, winning tight contests 6-5 and 7-6. Both games required late-inning execution, with the Eagles again proving they can close. In game one, timely hits from Dallas Kliensorge and Withington helped build early momentum, while Kasen Stramel delivered the walk-off RBI in the seventh. Game two saw Colby battle back from an early deficit, using a combination of aggressive baserunning and situational hitting to secure another one-run victory.
Across those games, the offense has shown consistency throughout the lineup. Players like Talon Wark and Keegan Glassman have repeatedly set the table, while middle-of-the-order bats such as Cobin Curry, Conner Surmeier, and Stramel have driven in runs in key moments. The Eagles have also benefited from opportunistic play, capitalizing on defensive miscues and executing in high-leverage situations.
The team’s confidence continued to grow with a decisive 10-0 win at Burlington later in the stretch. In that game, Colby’s offense broke things open with a six-run third inning, fueled by disciplined at-bats and aggressive baserunning. The pitching staff, led by Curry, kept Burlington off balance throughout, allowing the Eagles to cruise to a run-rule victory.
That set the stage for the Hugoton doubleheader, where Colby delivered its most complete performance of the season. Withington’s no-hitter in game one was backed by strong defensive play and efficient offense, while game two saw the Eagles once again respond after falling behind early. Colby rallied with multiple-run innings and controlled the game late to secure the sweep, winning 8-3.
Over the course of the six-game winning streak, a few trends have emerged. Offensively, the Eagles are consistently putting runners on base and finding ways to manufacture runs beyond just extra-base hits. Defensively, the group has tightened up, limiting big innings from opponents. On the mound, Withington has emerged as a clear leader, while others have stepped into key roles to stabilize the rotation and bullpen.
As Colby moves forward, the combination of timely hitting, improved pitching depth, and growing confidence positions the Eagles as a team to watch. With momentum clearly on their side, the challenge now becomes sustaining that level of play as the schedule continues to intensify.