GREAT BEND, Kan. – The Hays Eagles Senior American Legion will try to secure a trip to the AAA State Tournament Wednesday night when they play Great Bend at the Great Bend Zone Tournament.

The Eagles beat the Chiefs 4-0 in their first game Tuesday. Cody Peterson pitched a complete game five-hitter, striking out five and walking two.

The Eagles then lost to the Salina Falcons 6-1. Salina struck for four in the fifth then added two more in the seventh as they secure a state bid.

Cole Murphy takes the loss, allowing four runs on four hits over 5 2/3 innings. Murphy drove in the Eagles lone run on a fourth inning double.

The Eagles and Chiefs play at 6 pm Wednesday with the winner securing a spot at state.