Entries by Anthony Hartwig

RESERVE PAVES THEIR WAY TO DISTRICT BRACKET

BERLIN CENTER, OHIO- Maggie Byers threw a gem on Wednesday for The Western Reserve Blue Devils, allowing zero runs and besting Lowellville by a score of 14-0. Katie Byers led the Blue Devils to victory by driving in four runs as she went 3-for-3 at the plate. Byers drove in runs on a home run […]

MCDONALD SURVIVES A SCARE TO MOVE ON

By Michael Wolfgang McDONALD, OHIO – The offense for McDonald wasn’t as high scoring Wednesday night against Cardinal as it has been several times this season, but two runs along with a combined shutout out from their pitchers was enough to get the win and advance 2-0. A single by Alivia Morrison got the Blue […]

RAMS LOCKED IN TO DISTRICT SEMIFINALS

KINSMAN, OHIO- The Mineral Ridge Lady Rams had no trouble on offense today, winning big over the Badger Braves 13-2 to advance in to the district semifinals. The Braves got things started in the first inning when Julia Toth grounded out, scoring one run, but the Rams pulled away for good with six runs in […]

THE HEATH BLIZZARD KEEPS OPPONENTS COLD

BERLIN CENTER OH- Western Reserve is known for their offense this year that is for sure. The Blue Devils average over 14 runs per game, and have plenty of hitters hitting over .400. However, don’t make that trick you into thinking they don’t have a lockdown pitcher in the circle. Western Reserve has been able […]

STRINES CONTINUES TO THRIVE

BOARDMAN OH- Last season Boardman brought out a freshman pitcher that lit the world up by surprise. As soon as Tori Strines stepped on the field, everyone knew who she was.  Whether it be her prolific work inside the circle, or her dangerous bay on offense, Strines struck fear into the Spartans opposition.  Most of […]

C-MITCH READY FOR ANY PITCH

By Ty Bartell AUSTINTOWN OH- Do you want an exemplification of a player that shows kindness, cares for their teammates and passion for the sport? Look no further than Fitch Falcon second baseman, Caitlin Mitchell. Going into her senior season, Mitchell has been a mainstay on the right side of the infield the last few […]

ROSACE MILESTONE HIGHLIGHTS GIRARD’S TOURNAMENT WIN

GIRARD OH- Girard Lady blew out Struthers 12-1 on Tuesday to advance to the sectional finals. Girard opened up scoring in the first inning, when Morgan Minnol threw a wild pitch allowing one run across the plate. The Indians tallied six runs in the second inning. Their offense in the inning was led by Kylie […]

RAIDERS KEEP THEIR FOOT ON GIRARD

CANFIELD OH- South Range defeated Girard 10-0 on Tuesday as two pitchers combined to throw a shutout. Jake Shumate got Jake Dohy to hit into a fielder’s choice to finish off the game. South Range got things moving in the first inning, when Blake Jeffries drew a walk, scoring one run. The Raiders put up […]

HUBBARD IS MOVING ON

HUBBARD, OHIO- Phoebe Rusnak didn’t allow a single run against the East Golden Bears, throwing a complete game shutout and leading Hubbard Eagles Softball to a 11-0 first round playoff victory on Tuesday. The Eagles got things moving in the first inning, when Haleigh Taylor singled on the first pitch of the at bat, scoring […]

CANFIELD WINS HIGHLY ANTICIPATED MATCHUP

SALEM OH- Canfield claimed a 10-7 victory on Monday, despite a big push by Salem in the sixth inning. Salem offense in the inning was led by Colin Reisen, Gavin Wilms, and Lance Bailey, all driving in runs in the frame. Bats blistered as Canfield collected 11 hits and Salem tallied eight in the high-scoring […]