Featured Future is a summer series where the Observer will highlight local student athletes who are preparing to continue their
athletic and educational careers at the college level, or those who have already begun that journey.
Strawberry Crest
Durant outlasts Strawberry Crest in district semifinal
Two weeks after the two teams battled it out in a nine-inning affair, it was another pitching duel as the Cougars escaped with a 1-0 victory.
Continue ReadingStrawberry Crest rolls over Newsome in regular season finale
The Chargers rattled off eight wins over their final nine games to finish the regular season at 16-7.
Continue ReadingStrawberry Crest beats Durant in epic pitcher’s duel
In a game that took nine innings to find a winner, the Chargers ultimately came out on top to extend their lengthy win streak.
Continue ReadingBig inning pushes Strawberry Crest past Armwood
A seven-run inning broke the game open for the Chargers as they moved to 13-6 on the season.
Continue ReadingStrawberry Crest dominates Hillsborough to close out strong week
In a 12-2 mercy rule victory, the Chargers moved to 10-6 on the season.
Continue ReadingDurant takes win over Strawberry Crest in Saladino Tournament consolation game
The Cougars moved to 8-2 on the year with the 3-1 win, while the Chargers fell to 7-4.
Continue ReadingStrawberry Crest’s comeback falls short in loss against Newsome
After a loss to Durant ended Saladino Tournament play for the Chargers, they returned to their regular season with a 5-3 loss to Newsome.
Continue ReadingSaladino Tournament kicks off for Plant City area teams
Despite a pair of pool play wins for Strawberry Crest and Durant, neither were able to earn spots in Wednesday’s semifinal round.
Continue ReadingStrawberry Crest topples undefeated Lennard at home
The Chargers handed the Longhorns their first loss of the season in exciting fashion, running away with an 11-3 win.
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