Mason Co. and Augusta advance in district tournament

Dalton Ritchie hit a two-run home run and Nick Nelson belted a three-run home run in the Mason County Royals' 9-2 win over the Bracken County Polar Bears Monday in the semifinals in the 39th District tournament. Darren Williams pitched a complete game.

The Augusta Panthers beat the St. Patrick Saints 9-6 in the second semifinal. It's Augusta's first win of the season.

Mason County and Augusta meet in the championship game tonight at 6 o'clock at Mason County.

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