CHAMPION SETS UP REGIONAL REMATCH WITH THE RAIDERS
BEREA OH- Champion absolutely rolled past Norwayne in Wednesday’s Regional Semifinal, cranking out an 11-2 victory and keeping their foot on the gas throughout the game.
Sam Strock was swinging a hot bat, going 2-for-4, including a homer that brought in three runs and saw him crossing the plate twice. Bella Meyer also had a strong showing at the plate, contributing with a 2-for-5 outing and driving in a pair of runs. Grace Hadley chipped in with a 1-for-3 performance, knocking in two runs, while Addie Warzala turned in a 2-for-5 day that featured a triple and an RBI. Gabby Gradishar was a force both in the batter’s box and on the mound. She scored three times and walked twice in her 2-for-3 day at the plate.
On the rubber, Gradishar was practically untouchable. She delivered a complete game, striking out 16 batters and allowing just two runs on two hits over seven innings.
Next up, Champion sets the stage for a heavyweight rematch from last season’s Regional Championship. They’re facing South Range this Friday at Baldwin Wallace with a 5:00 PM first pitch.
