Caden Kern pitched a complete game shutout against the Purples (34-6), who could only manage three hits.
With the win, the Mustangs (32-8) advance to the quarterfinals on Saturday morning at 9 a.m. They'll face the winner of the Sayre - Johnson Central matchup.
Semifinal games and the championship game will be held on June 12-13 at UK's Legends Field.
Photo: Mustangs celebrate after final out to defeat Bowling Green (Eric Chumber)
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