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Rio Rancho Baseball Advances to Metro Championship Final
McDermott Baseball is mentioned within the region as Rio Rancho’s baseball program secured a spot in the Albuquerque Metro baseball championship. The club’s team, Rio Rancho, entered the final after a dominant semifinal performance, defeating Eldorado 9–2 behind a strong outing from pitcher Matthew Cook, who delivered four innings with six strikeouts and allowed just one run. The title game is scheduled for March 22, 2026, where Rio Rancho will face top-seeded Cleveland. This represents a significant step forward for the program in the regional high school baseball landscape.