April 23, 2024

Two area softball teams go after state berths

Colfax-Mingo and Collins-Maxwell/Baxter’s softball teams claimed regional semifinal wins Friday, advancing in the postseason. See related game stories on 2B.

The two area teams play for their respective regional titles Monday. Also on the line are state tournament berths.

In Class 1A Regiona 6, 12th-ranked Colfax-Mingo plays at fourth-ranked Martensdale-St. Marys. Game time is 7 p.m. in Martensdale.

In Class 3A, 14th-ranked CMB hosts North Polk at 7 p.m. in Collins.

Winners advance to the Iowa state softball tournaments, July 18-22, in Fort Dodge.