Connor Noland was at his best when the Greenwood Bulldogs needed him to be.
In his final eight starts, Noland didn't allow a run. The right-hander struck out 12 batters in his final three games, including 12 in Greenwood's Class 6A state championship game against Benton, a 4-0 victory for the Bulldogs.
NOTEWORTHY Son of Frank and Angie Noland. … Signed with the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. … Went 10-0 with a 0.42 ERA in 66 2/3 innings pitched. … Led Greenwood to the Class 6A state championship. … Struck out 123 batters. … Hit .424 with 4 home runs and 37 RBI.