GAME STORY: Chapman, Albany lineup strong as Lions sweep Ozona

HERMLEIGH — Jackson Chapman was sharp for five shutout innings and he got enough run support from his lineup to end his day there as the Albany baseball team run-ruled Ozona 11-0 on Friday to sweep its Region I-2A area-round series and advance to take on district rival Hawley in the third round.

The AHS starter surrendered just three hits and no walks while striking out eight to keep Ozona in check from start to finish, allowing his offense to take control with five runs over the first two innings and later put the run rule into effect with a five-run top of the fifth.

The victory followed an 8-1 win in Game 1 on Thursday, improving coach David Fairchild’s team 20-3-1 on the season.