​Wayne Newton Post 346 earned another victory to improve its American Legion baseball record to an impressive 23-2, defeating Post 210 from Danville 7-5 in a road contest on Tuesday night. The visitors trailed early, as Danville jumped out to a 5-0 lead with three runs in the first inning and two more in the second. But Post 346’s offense woke up in a big way in the third inning, erupting for five runs to swing the momentum in their favor. They added insurance runs in the fifth and sixth innings to seal the comeback win and keep their stellar season on pace.
Key players contributed to the dramatic turnaround. Parker Weir connected for a double to help create scoring opportunities, and Colten Moore drove in a run, with both Weir and Moore collecting two hits apiece. Ian Samm also provided a spark, delivering a double and scoring twice. Linden Jenkins had a three-RBI performance, a crucial sequence that helped Post 346 reclaim control of the game. Hunter Mason and Parker Higham each contributed an RBI, highlighting a balanced offensive effort across the lineup. Noah Fields chipped in with a hit and a run scored, underscoring the depth and versatility of the squad.
The victory adds another quality road win to Wayne Newton Post 346’s season, illustrating the team’s resilience and ability to manufacture offense when trailing. The club now shifts its focus to the Crawfordsville tournament, which will be played at North Montgomery High School, with a 10 a.m. start time on Thursday. This next tournament appearance will provide another valuable opportunity to fine-tune the lineup and build momentum as the team heads toward the postseason.
Following the tournament, Post 346 will advance into the American Legion regional tournament at Terre Haute North High School, scheduled to begin July 16. With a 23-2 record, the team has positioned itself as a formidable contender in the postseason race, demonstrating pitching depth, offensive balance, and aggressive baserunning throughout the season. The ongoing success has generated momentum and excitement around Wayne Newton Post 346 as they prepare for regional competition and the broader postseason landscape.
Fans and supporters can expect continued strong performances from a roster that has shown late-inning resilience, timely hits, and a willingness to push across runs in key moments. The team’s ability to respond after falling behind early against Post 210 demonstrates the depth and character that have defined their standout campaign. As the schedule advances toward the regional tournament, Wayne Newton Post 346 will look to sustain its high production, tighten up on defense, and execute at a high level in every game.