David Douglas Scots Baseball 5-17 North Salem

The road proved unforgiving for David Douglas baseball as North Salem exploded for 17 runs in a lopsided non-league victory Friday night. The Scots fell behind early and couldn't recover in the 17-5 defeat that drops them to 0-2 on the young season.

North Salem's offense came alive against David Douglas pitching, consistently finding gaps and capitalizing on scoring opportunities throughout the contest. The Scots managed five runs of their own but couldn't match their hosts' relentless attack.

While the final score was difficult to swallow, non-league games often serve as valuable learning experiences early in the season. David Douglas will use this setback to identify areas for improvement as they prepare for league play ahead.

The loss continues a challenging start for the Scots, who are still searching for their first victory of 2026. With the season still in its infancy, there's plenty of time for the team to find its rhythm and build momentum.

David Douglas returns to action next week, looking to bounce back and earn that elusive first win.