{"id":8584,"date":"2026-06-08T13:17:32","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T13:17:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/08\/blowfish-raise-4000-for-lexington-county-farm-bureau\/"},"modified":"2026-06-08T13:17:32","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T13:17:32","slug":"blowfish-raise-4000-for-lexington-county-farm-bureau","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/08\/blowfish-raise-4000-for-lexington-county-farm-bureau\/","title":{"rendered":"Blowfish raise $4,000 for Lexington County Farm Bureau"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Thomas Grant Jr.<\/em><\/p>\n

barrage of runs and funds to support local farming in highlighted the latest homestand by the Lexington County Blowfish.<\/p>\n

The Blowfish went 3-1 overall, 2-1 in Coastal Plain League play, at Lexington County Baseball Stadium.<\/p>\n

It started with a dramatic 11-10 victory over High Point-Thomasville. Down 10-4 in the Bottom 8th<\/sup>, Emory Guilford started the comeback with a double and scored after Mason Holton followed with a similar hit.<\/p>\n

A third consecutive double by Drew Buchanon prompted a pitching change for the Hi-Toms. Beau Ruey proceeded to connect with a home run over the rightfield wall to cut the deficit to 10-8.<\/p>\n

After Brookland-Cayce graduate Parker Mergo reached base after getting hit, Braydon Hallman of Batesburg-Leesville drew a walk. A fielder’s choice allowed Jake Pereira to reach first and Mergo advance to third base.<\/p>\n

Mergo scored on a double steal to make it 10-9. Following a walk by Dutch Fork graduate Blake Martin, he forced a throwing error into the outfield by catcher Carson Cabbage that allowed Pereira to score the tying run.<\/p>\n

Martin advanced to third base on the error and scored the game-winning run on a sacrifice fly by Alex LaCoste.<\/p>\n

Lexington County was unable to rally Thursday in a 9-6 loss to Forest City. The Owls connected on four home runs, while the Blowfish got a pair of two-run dingers from LaCoste and Lexington High graduate and University of South Carolina redshirt freshman Brandon Cromer Jr.<\/p>\n

It was a “split” doubleheader Friday as the “Cowfish” made their “debut”. This was part of a 2-day promotion in partnership with the Lexington County Farm Bureau in which the team adopted bold black-and-white cow print jerseys with the names of produce made locally placed on the back.<\/p>\n

An online auction was taking place up until 9 p.m. Saturday. It raised $4,000 for the bureau’s Young Farmer and Rancher Program which looks to support members ages 18-35 in pursuit of their career in the field.<\/p>\n

“Our annual ‘Home Grown-Home Run Weekend’ is always a special tradition, but seeing the community rally around these unique ‘Cowfish’ jerseys was truly spectacular,” Lexington County co-owner Bill Shanahan said. “Lexington County has a deep agricultural heritage, and we are incredibly proud to partner with the Lexington County Farm Bureau to celebrate our local farming roots.<\/p>\n

“Raising $4,000 through this jersey auction allows them to directly invest in the future of our community by supporting the Young Farmer and Rancher program. It is a win for our fans, a win for the team, and most importantly, a win for the next generation of local agriculture.”<\/p>\n

While the Cowfish defeated the Catawba Valley Stars at home, the Blowfish were shut out 6-0 by the Boone Bigfoot on the road.<\/p>\n

The Cowfish returned the favor Saturday at the expense of the Macon Bacon. Pitcher Kyle Shock struck out six batters and allowed just five hits in a 13-0 victory in seven innings.<\/p>\n

Pereira went 4-4 with four RBI and LaCoste, Holden and Cooper Noble each drove in two runs to improve Lexington County to 4-3 on the season. <\/p>\n

State Champion Chapin<\/strong> Baseball to be Recognized<\/strong><\/p>\n

The 2026 Class 5A Division I baseball champions from Chapin High School will be recognized during Monday’s game at Lexington County Baseball Stadium.<\/p>\n

The Eagles secured their first state baseball title since 2018, capping off a championship run in their very first season under head coach Dell Lever. It was the 12th<\/sup> state championship in school history, second only to Bamberg-Erhhardt.<\/p>\n

“We are looking forward to honoring Coach Lever and the entire Chapin Eagles team for this monumental achievement,” Shanahan said. “Chapin has a rich baseball tradition, and winning a 12th state title is an unbelievable feat. We invite the entire community to come out, wear their blue and gold, and give these champions the loud ovation they deserve.”<\/p>\n

LEXINGTON COUNTY BLOWFISH SCHEDULE<\/strong><\/p>\n

THURSDAY – at Asheboro 6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

FRIDAY – MACON 7:05 p.m<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

SATURDAY – at Macon 7 p.m.\/KINGSMEN 7:05 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n

MONDAY – ASHEBORO 7:05 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n

WEDNESDAY – at Florence 7 p.m.<\/p>\n

Photo by Lexington County Blowfish<\/em><\/p>\n

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