After falling 4–3 in the opening game of the Massachusetts State Legion Tournament, Hudson Legion Baseball faced Fall River in a win‑or‑go‑home rematch, this time with no room for error. Undeterred by the initial setback, Hudson turned in a complete team performance, overwhelming Fall River 8–0 to advance to the semifinals against Shrewsbury.
From the first pitch, Hudson’s offense was dialed in, scoring all eight runs within the first four innings. Key contributions came from the middle of the lineup, where multiple hitters delivered extra‑base knocks and timely RBIs to build a commanding lead.
On the mound, Michael Atwater was untouchable. He fired all seven innings, surrendering just four hits, issuing no runs, and recording three strikeouts in a masterful shutout performance. Atwater’s poise under pressure and ability to keep hitters off balance set the tone for Hudson’s dominant outing.
With the victory, Hudson extends its tournament life and earns a semifinal matchup this afternoon at 4 PM at Adams Field in Quincy against Shrewsbury, the very team that ended Hudson’s title hopes last summer. Shrewsbury’s hot bat and stingy pitching will pose a stiff test, but Hudson arrives brimming with confidence after three straight wins.
If Hudson can top Shrewsbury, they’ll earn revenge and a return trip to face Fall River for the championship trophy. Don’t miss this clash of titans as Hudson seeks to complete its comeback.
