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FITCH FINISHES OFF SERIES WITH HARDING

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Nik Kyprianou struck out 10 batters as the left-handed pitcher led Austintown-Fitch past Harding 10-3 on Wednesday. Kyprianou allowed two hits and one run over five innings while walking two.

Mason Petridis collected four hits in five at bats in the win. Petridis doubled in the third inning, singled in the first inning, doubled in the fifth inning, and singled in the seventh inning.

The Falcons opened the scoring in the first after Petridis singled, scoring one run. They added one run in the second after Jake Wallace hit a sacrifice fly. A double by Petridis extended the their lead to 3-0 in the top of the third inning. Fitch scored five runs on two hits in the top of the sixth inning. Carter Owens singled, scoring two runs, an error scored one run, John Darnley doubled, scoring one run, and a passed ball scored one run.

Gummy Hart took the loss for Harding. The right-handed pitcher went four and one-third innings, giving up four runs (two earned) on six hits, striking out two and walking three. Anthony Wibert pitched one inning of zero-run ball for Austintown-Fitch in relief. The reliever surrendered zero hits, striking out two and walking none.

The Falcons collected 11 hits in the game. Frank Senediak collected two hits in five at bats. Jackson Cheeks led with two walks. Overall, the team had a strong eye at the plate, collecting six walks for the game.

FALCONS KEEP WINNING WAYS IN THE GRAND STRAND

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MYRTLE BEACH, SC- The Fitch Falcons were on full flex with their offensive firepower, Carter Owens propelled the Austintown Fitch Falcons to a resounding 12-3 victory over the Ashland Tomcats 2024 on Friday.

Owens showcased his hitting prowess throughout the game, collecting an impressive three hits in four at-bats. His contributions at the plate proved instrumental in the Falcons’ offensive onslaught, as he singled in the third, fifth, and seventh innings, keeping the pressure on the Tomcats’ pitching staff.

Fitch wasted no time establishing their dominance, jumping out to an early lead in the top of the first inning. Jackson Cheeks drew a walk, Carson Fuller scored after tagging up, and Hayden Warmouth delivered a key RBI single, each contributing to the Falcons’ early scoring spree.

The Falcons continued to add to their lead in the third inning, with Jake Wallace’s double and Owens’ single driving in additional runs, further solidifying Austintown-Fitch’s control of the game.

On the mound, Anthony Wibert delivered a solid performance for the Falcons, earning the win as the starting pitcher. Wibert surrendered seven hits and two runs over five innings, striking out five batters and issuing just one walk. The Falcons’ pitching staff held firm against the Tomcats’ offense, stifling their scoring opportunities and preserving Austintown-Fitch’s commanding lead.

While the Tomcats fought valiantly, Drew Kelley endured a tough outing on the mound, taking the loss after giving up five runs on six hits over two and one-third innings. Austintown-Fitch’s relentless offensive attack proved too much to handle for the Ashland pitching staff, as they struggled to contain the Falcons’ potent lineup.

Offensively, Austintown-Fitch was firing on all cylinders, amassing an impressive 16 hits in the game. Cheeks led the charge with three RBIs, while Fuller, Frank Senediak, and Ross Harris also contributed with multiple hits each. Mason Petridis displayed patience at the plate, drawing two walks to keep the Falcons’ offense rolling.

Defensively, Austintown-Fitch was solid, turning one double play and committing no errors in the field. Wallace showcased his defensive prowess with the most chances in the field at eight, ensuring the Falcons’ victory remained secure.

With this convincing victory under their belts, the Fitch Falcons finish their beach party with a 3-1 record and are primed and ready for their next challenge as they prepare to face Harding on Monday. 

FALCONS FINISH OFF UNDEFEATED TRIP TO THE BEACH

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By Ty Bartell 

NORTH MYRTLE BEACH SC- The Austintown-Fitch Lady Falcons’ varsity softball team wrapped up their participation in the 2024 Grand Strand Classic at Field #3, a converted baseball field at the North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Recreation Center, with an unblemished 3-0 record in the tournament and an undefeated 4-0 mark on the season, culminating in a dominating 19-0 victory over the Princeton, West Virginia Lady Tigers (7-5) in an early Thursday morning matchup.

From the outset, the Falcons set the tone with a commanding 9-run outburst in the top of the first inning, fueled by three hits, two hit-by-pitches, and three walks. They continued their offensive onslaught with four runs in the third inning and five more in the fourth, invoking the mercy rule to conclude the contest.

Leading the charge were the dynamic Ray sisters, who occupied the top two spots in the lineup. Freshman center fielder Kaliana Ray showcased her prowess, going 3-for-3 with a walk, including a triple and a pair of doubles, while scoring every time she reached base. Senior shortstop Ayla Ray made her presence felt with six RBIs, highlighted by an inside-the-park grand slam home run, her second homer of the season, to cap the explosive opening frame. She also contributed with RBI singles in the third and fourth innings. Both ladies contributed with some dynamic defensive plays.
Sophomore catcher Kylie Folkwein added three RBIs, including a two-run triple, while sophomore infielder-pitcher Jewels Farmer chipped in with an RBI infield single as a pinch-hitter in the fourth.

On the defensive side, junior pitcher Sydnie Watts and senior designated player/left-handed pitcher Vita Kelty combined for a four-inning no-hitter, supported by a strong defensive effort from their teammates. Watts, a Georgia Tech verbal commit, recorded four RBIs with a bases-clearing double in the first inning and another RBI double in the fourth.

Additional contributions came from various players, including sophomore second baseman Sam Severn, who went 2-for-3 with a pair of singles, and sophomore infielder Abby Toth, who walked and scored a run.

With the victory, Austintown-Fitch improves to 4-0 on the season and looks to build on their early success. Fans can stay updated with Austintown-Fitch softball throughout the season, with live games, scores, stats, stories, and more available on YSN.

FITCH PUTS ON ANOTHER SHOW

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By Ty Bartell

NORTH MYRTLE BEACH SC- The Austintown-Fitch Falcons softball team continued their early-season dominance with a commanding 7-0 victory against the Penfield Patriots from Penfield, New York, as part of The Grand Strand Classic in North Myrtle Beach.

The Falcons wasted no time asserting their authority in the top of the first inning, as Kaliana Ray drew a leadoff walk and promptly stole two consecutive bases. This set the stage for Ayla Ray’s sacrifice fly, driving in her younger sister and giving Fitch an early 1-0 lead.

Fitch extended their lead in the top of the third inning when Abby Toth belted a triple to center field, paving the way for Kylie Folkwein’s RBI single. Later in the inning, Morgan Roby, Sam Severn, and Lily Stevens contributed with three consecutive hits, pushing Fitch’s advantage to 4-0 after three innings of play.
In the following inning, Abby Toth once again showcased her hitting prowess, leading off with another triple. A wild pitch then allowed Toth to score, further extending the Falcons’ lead to five runs.
The Falcons kept the pressure on in the top of the fifth inning, adding two more runs with back-to-back hits from the Ray sisters. Kaliana Ray’s single was followed by Ayla Ray’s triple, bringing home Kaliana. Abby Toth continued her stellar performance with an RBI single, tallying her fourth hit of the day and giving Fitch a commanding 7-0 lead.

Meanwhile, in the circle, Sydnie Watts delivered another outstanding performance, tossing a two-hit, one-walk, 17-strikeout shutout through seven innings of work.

Post-game interviews with Players of the Game Sydnie Watts and Abby Toth, along with Head Coach Steve Ward, provided insight into Fitch’s impressive victory.
With the win, Fitch remains undefeated at 3-0 and looks ahead to a double-header scheduled for Wednesday, April 3rd, in North Myrtle Beach, pending weather conditions. Fans can stay updated with Austintown-Fitch softball throughout the season, with live games, scores, stats, stories, and more available on YSN

FITCH MAKES WAVES IN DAY ONE OF SPRING BREAK

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MYRTLE BEACH SC- John Darnley was dominant on the mound, as he rang up 11 strikeouts in Austintown-Fitch’s 12-0 victory over Chesterfield on Monday in Myrtle Beach. Darnley allowed one hit and zero runs over five innings while walking none.

Austintown-Fitch got on the board in the top of the second inning after Carson Fuller doubled, Rocco DiFlorio doubled, and Carter Owens hit into a fielder’s choice, each scoring one run.

The Falcons added one run in the third on a DiFlorio single, making the score 4-0. They accumulated 11 hits in the game. Fuller, Mason Petridis, and DiFlorio each collected two hits to lead the offense. DiFlorio went 2-for-2 at the plate as he led the team with three runs batted in. The Falcons were sure-handed and didn’t commit a single error.

FITCH BLOWS THE DOORS OFF OF SPRING BREAK OPENER

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In an emphatic display of dominance, the Austintown Fitch Falcons soared over the Shady Spring Tigers from West Virginia in the Grand Strand Classic held in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The Falcons secured a resounding 16-0 victory.

The Falcons wasted no time asserting their superiority, with pitcher Sydnie Watts showcasing her prowess by striking out three batters in the top of the first inning. Austintown Fitch capitalized on their defensive effort, surging ahead in the bottom half of the inning with a four-run burst, highlighted by a two-run inside-the-park home run from “Ace of Bases” Ayla Ray.

Watts continued her stellar performance in the circle, navigating through the second inning with precision, striking out three more batters. However, it was Austintown Fitch’s explosive offense that truly stole the spotlight, erupting for an astounding 12 runs in the bottom of the second inning. The Falcons unleashed an offensive onslaught, pounding out nine hits, including six for extra bases, to accumulate a dozen runs.

With a commanding lead established, Vita Kelty entered the game and efficiently closed out the third inning, securing the mercy-rule victory for Austintown Fitch. Both Ayla and Kaliana Ray were named Players of the Game for their stellar performances. “K-Quick” Kaliana, consistently reached base for the Falcons, while “Ace” Ayla Ray ignited the offense from the top of the lineup.
With the win, Austintown Fitch improves to 2-0 and sets their sights on their upcoming matchup against the Penfield Patriots from Penfield, New York, scheduled for Tuesday, April 2nd, with a 10 a.m. first pitch.

Fans can stay updated with Austintown Fitch softball throughout the season, with live games, scores, stats, stories, and more available on YSN.

FITCH BREAKS THE LONG DRAW WITH CANFIELD

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By Ty Bartell

AUSTINTOWN OH- In a highly anticipated matchup that marked the impromptu opening day of the 2024 softball season, the Austintown-Fitch Falcons clashed with the Canfield Cardinals in a showdown with 307 days in the making. Last year’s encounters between the two teams ended in stalemates, with both contests resulting in 4-4 ties after nine innings at Austintown and a 1-1 deadlock at Canfield on May 23rd.

Remarkably, both squads advanced to the state championship game following those matchups, with Canfield falling short against the Tallmadge Blue Devils and the Falcons clinching their inaugural softball state championship by defeating Anthony Wayne in the Division I final.

Returning to the diamond with much of their rosters intact, including their starting pitchers, Canfield relied on senior Buffalo commit Malena Toth, while Fitch was led by junior Georgia Tech commit Sydnie Watts.

As anticipated, the game unfolded as a pitching duel, with both Toth and Watts showcasing their prowess in the circle. The first three innings remained scoreless as batters struggled to find opportunities against the dominant arms, tallying strikeouts along the way.
However, in the bottom of the fourth inning, Fitch’s offense ignited, sparked by Abby Toth’s second hit of the game and followed by Kylie Folkwein’s two-run blast over the right-center field wall, propelling Fitch to a 2-0 lead.

The Falcons extended their lead in the bottom of the sixth inning, capitalizing on a Canfield error and driving in three more runs with an RBI double from Sydnie Watts and an RBI triple from Morgan Roby, securing a 5-0 victory on opening day.

Sydnie Watts continued her dominance in the circle, pitching her third consecutive opening day shutout, allowing just one hit, one walk, and striking out an impressive 15 batters. On the opposing side, Malena Toth pitched six innings, yielding eight hits, four runs, and striking out ten.

Both teams are scheduled to meet again on Tuesday, March 26th, although potential weather disruptions may necessitate changes. Stay updated with YSN for all game cancellations and developments throughout the season. Follow Austintown-Fitch and Canfield softball for live games, scores, stats, stories, and more on YSN as the season progresses.

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CANFIELD TAKES PITCHERS DUEL

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AUSTINTOWN, OH- In a potential clash of titans on Monday, both the Canfield Cardinals and the Austintown Fitch Falcons showcased their pitching talents, but it was the Cardinals who emerged victorious with a hard-fought 2-0 win.

Senior Michael Patellis took the mound for Canfield, delivering an outstanding performance by recording 18 crucial outs. The Cardinals’ offense found its rhythm in the top of the fourth inning when Tanner Stricko blasted a triple, driving in the first run of the game.

Patellis proved to be the cornerstone of Canfield’s success, earning the win after six innings of work, during which he allowed zero runs on four hits, striking out seven batters while issuing just one walk. On the other side, Darnley took the loss for Austintown-Fitch, pitching three and two-thirds innings and conceding one run on three hits, striking out five and walking four. Zain Jadallah stepped up to secure the save for Canfield.

Offensively, David Murphy led the charge for Canfield with a solid two hits in four at-bats, while Stricko and Jadallah each contributed an RBI to the scoreboard.

Displaying discipline at the plate, Canfield drew six walks throughout the game, with Enzo Cocca and Patellis leading the charge with two walks apiece. Additionally, the Cardinals executed defensively, turning one crucial double play during the contest.

Despite the loss, AustintownFitch put up a valiant effort, with Mason Petridis leading the offensive charge with two hits in three at-bats. The Falcons’ defense remained steady, committing zero errors throughout the game, with Wallace registering the most chances in the field with 10.

Looking ahead, Canfield eagerly anticipates a rematch as they host Austintown-Fitch once again on Tuesday.

AUSTINTOWN FITCH SOFTBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH STEVE WARD

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AUSTINTOWN OH- The calendar is turning, and the weather is heating up. That means softball season is in the air.  There’s no one more excited to start the year are the Fitch falcons who are coming off a state championship.  The Falcons are chomping at the bit to get things started again.  With plenty of returning starters from last years run to a title, Fitch could be considered a favorite to get back there.  However the team is putting the accolades and outside expectations on the back burner and setting their own standard on what it will take to win a second championship.

Fitch head coach Steve Ward took the time to join Ty Bartell and Anthony Hartwig to preview the season.  They discuss what it’s like refocusing for new goals this season, the returning roster, and how the schedule has been put together.  Check out Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Steve Ward only on YSN!

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ELYRIA ELIMINATES FITCH IN THE FINAL MINUTES

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TWINSBURG OH- In a thrilling district semifinal showdown on Thursday night, Elyria delivered a stunning finish to bring an end to Fitch’s season, prevailing with a hard-fought 60-53 victory.

The game was closely contested throughout, with both teams battling fiercely for control. However, it was Elyria’s resilience and determination that ultimately proved decisive, as they surged ahead with a dominant performance in the fourth quarter, outscoring Fitch 25-15 to secure the win.

Despite the loss, Fitch put up a valiant effort, led by standout performances from Allen Hill, Marcel Finkley, and Alex Hill. Allen Hill led the scoring charge with 15 points, while Finkley and Alex Hill contributed 12 and 13 points respectively.

However, it was Elyria’s night as they showcased their ability to rise to the occasion when it mattered most. With this victory, Elyria advances to the next round of the tournament, keeping their championship aspirations alive as they continue their quest for glory on the basketball court.