Knights sweep district doubleheader, earns shot at state berth
Paige Christensen (24) steps into her swing while at bat for the Knights earlier this season. Royal defeated Kiona-Benton and Chelan to advance to the play-in game on Saturday.
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The Knights’ Sarah Bergeson (1) sends the ball on a line drive to the outfield while at bat earlier this season.
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Lizzie Jenks (13) sprints toward third base during their game against Zillah.
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Emerson Eilers (3) gets set on defense for the Knights. Eilers provided an offensive spark against Kiona-Benton on Wednesday.
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ROYAL CITY — The Royal Knights (18-7) defeated Kiona-Benton 6-1 and Chelan 10-0 Wednesday to advance to the play-in games in the 1A district 5 tournament. These key wins set them up to earn their shot at punching their ticket to the state tournament.
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