The Huntington Red Devils are set to clash with Corpus Christi London for a chance to reach the Class 3A Division I state championship. Under head coach Shawn Mixon, Huntington has transformed from last-place in District 21-3A to a competitive team that has made substantial playoff runs over the past three seasons. They previously faced London in the state semifinals, ultimately losing. This best-of-three series begins Thursday at Buda Johnson High School, where Huntington aims to showcase their growth and resilience against the defending champions.

By the Numbers
  • Huntington has made playoff runs for three consecutive seasons.
  • London has reached the state semifinals for six consecutive years and won titles in 2022 and 2023.
State of Play
  • Huntington defeated Orangefield in the regional finals with scores of 3-0 and 2-1.
  • London recently secured a win against Liberty-Eylau with a score of 4-3, advancing to this semifinal matchup.
What's Next

The series starts Thursday with Game 1 at 7 p.m., followed by Game 2 on Friday. If necessary, a decisive Game 3 will take place Saturday at 2 p.m. Huntington aims to leverage their pitching staff strength and teamwork to capitalize on their opportunity.

Bottom Line

Huntington is poised for a significant challenge against a seasoned London team, but their growth and commitment may give them the edge needed to compete for the state title. This series could define the culture and future of Red Devils baseball.