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RESERVE RUN RULES THEIR WAY TO DISTRICT FINALS

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KINSMAN, OHIO- The Mineral Lady Rams watched the game slip away early and couldn’t recover in a 17-7 loss to Western Reserve on Monday.

The Rams collected 11 hits and Western Reserve had 14 in the high-scoring affair. The Rams put up four runs in the fifth inning as the hitters contributing to the big inning included Maddie Gerberry and Sydney Wyllie, all sending runners across the plate with RBIs in the inning.

The Blue Devils then answered right away as they scored six runs in the fifth inning as Lexi Pence, Kaleigh Williams, Ally Jones, and Caylee Selley all contributed in the big inning with RBIs.

Hannah Heath took the win for the Blue Devils as she allowed 11 hits and seven runs over five innings, striking out one.

Maddy Ylonen took the loss for the Rams as the righthander lasted one and two-thirds innings, allowing five hits and seven runs while striking out one.

Western Reserve will now take on the Chalker Wildcats for the Division IV District Championship on Wednesday.

 

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MCDONALD WINS SEVENTH STRAIGHT MVAC CHAMPIONSHIP

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Both teams were strong in the pitcher’s circle Thursday, but McDonald defeated Western Reserve 3-1. Isabella O’Brien allowed just four hits in the circle. The win gives McDonald their seventh straight MVAC championship dating back to 2016.

McDonald pulled away for good with three runs in the fourth inning. In the fourth Bri McCombs grounded out, scoring one run, Kylie Koma grounded out, scoring one run, and Addison Edwards singled on a 1-0 count, scoring one run.

O’Brien was the winning pitcher for the Blue Devils. O’Brien allowed four hits and one run over seven innings, striking out 14 and walking one.

Hannah Heath started the game for Western Reserve. The righty lasted five innings, allowing five hits and three runs. Maggie Byers threw one inning in relief.

Jenna Helco led McDonald’s offense with two hits in three at bats.

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RESERVE PAVES THEIR WAY TO DISTRICT BRACKET

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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 in the second and a double in the third.

The Blue Devils had their big inning when they tallied seven runs in the second inning. The offensive firepower by was led by Lexi Pence, Hannah Heath, Byers, and Aubrey Kutsko, all driving in runs in the frame.

Byers was the winning pitcher of the day as she allowed one hit and zero runs over five innings, striking out three and walking one.

Morgan Lewis went 1-for-2 at the plate to lead Lowellville in hits as Sophia Alfano took the loss in the circle as she surrendered 14 runs on 14 hits over four innings, striking out one.

With the win the Blue Devils will move on the the district semi-final round.

 

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MCDONALD SURVIVES A SCARE TO MOVE ON

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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 Devils on the board in the first inning. Cardinal kept McDonald at bay offensively for four innings until the Blue Devils added their second run in the bottom of the sixth inning to make it 2-0.

Bella O’Brien got the job done on offense as she went two-for-three. O’Brien was also a force in the pitchers circle, being part of that combined shout where she pitched five innings of zero hits, two walks, and a dazzling 14 strikeouts. Gianna Mancini started the game as she pitched the first two innings striking out four and only allowing one hit, the lone hit of the game for Cardinal which was a single by Morgan Soltis.

The final line for McDonald was two runs on five hits with one fielding error. Next up for McDonald is Western Reserve at home at 5:00 p.m. Thursday night.

THE HEATH BLIZZARD KEEPS OPPONENTS COLD

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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 to run rule a ton of opponents because their offense would blast their way to a high score, while Hannah Heath would keep the opposing offense down.  Heath has been an awesome senior leader for Western Reserve setting the tone in the circle.  She has been an incredible role model for the younger players on the team, and while she is making a huge impact this season, she is also going to have an impact on this program for years to come.  Her competitive nature elevates the standard of everyone around her.  It’s a big reason why Western Reserve earned a one seed in the district tournament.

Heath this season has been dynamite in the circle. In 54.0 IP she has collected an ERA of 2.30.  She has struck out 43 hitters.  One of the most impressive numbers in her pitching staff is 62 runners left on base. It shows that Heath is very good at getting out of jams with runners on base.  Heath also leads the offense with a .679. She has knocked in 25 RBI and scored 38 runs.  She has only struck out 4 times all season.

Heath took the time to chat with YSN’s Anthony Hartwig about her senior season. They talk about going on to the next level to play in Hiram, how she wants to cap off her senior season, and so much more. Check out the latest Western Reserve Softball Player Profile exclusively on YSN!

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RESERVE AND SPRINGFIELD PLAY A MARATHON DOUBLE HEADER

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STRUTHERS OH- Western Reserve and Springfield traded the lead back-and-forth on Friday, but eventually the Blue Devils prevailed 9-8. The game was tied at eight with Western Reserve batting in the top of the tenth when an error scored one run.

There was plenty of action on the basepaths as Western Reserve collected 11 hits and Springfield had ten.

Springfield opened up an early lead in the first inning when Jackson Ensley was hit by a pitch, driving in a run.

Springfield knotted the game up at eight in the bottom of the eighth inning. They scored one run when Vinny Woods singled.

Hunter Stacy was the winning pitcher for the Blue Devils. The lefty surrendered zero runs on two hits over two innings, striking out four and walking zero. Evan Slaven threw three innings in relief out of the bullpen.

Parker Dobson took the loss for Springfield. The hurler went two and two-thirds innings, allowing three runs on three hits and striking out two.

Vance Story started the game for Western Reserve. Story went five innings, allowing four runs on four hits and striking out four.

Braden Butler started the game for Springfield. The bulldog went seven and a third innings, allowing six runs on eight hits and striking out three

The Blue Devils racked up 11 hits on the day. Stacy and Slaven each had multiple hits. Slaven and Stacy each collected two hits to lead. Western Reserve stole ten bases during the game as three players stole more than one. Stacy led the way with four.

Springfield saw the ball well today, racking up ten hits in the game. Seandelle Gardner, Woods, and Ryan Matey each collected multiple hits. Gardner went 3-for-5 at the plate to lead Springfield in hits. Springfield tore up the base paths, as three players stole at least two bases. Gardner led the way with four.

Game 2:

Western Reserve weathered a push by Springfield in the sixth inning where they coughed up three runs, but Western Reserve still won 9-4 on Friday.

Western Reserve got things moving in the first inning, when Hunter Stacy singled on a 1-0 count, scoring one run.

After Springfield scored three runs in the top of the sixth, the Blue Devils answered with three of their own. Springfield scored on a single on the first pitch of the at bat, scoring one run and drawing a walk, scoring one run. Western Reserve then answered when Stacy singled on the first pitch of the at bat, scoring three runs.

Western Reserve pulled away for good with two runs in the third inning. In the third Jack Darney singled on a 2-2 count, scoring one run and Stacy’s sac fly scored one run.

Stacy was credited with the victory for the Blue Devils. Stacy went three innings, allowing one run on three hits, striking out two and walking one.

Parker Dobson took the loss for Springfield. Dobson went three innings, allowing three runs on six hits, striking out four and walking one.

Western Reserve had ten hits in the game. Darney, Stacy, and Vance Story each had multiple hits. Darney went 3-for-3 at the plate to lead the offense in hits.

Vinny Woods led Springfield with two hits in three at bats.

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MCDONALD CAUSES TIE ATOP MVAC

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BERLIN CENTER OH- Both teams were strong on the rubber Friday, but McDonald defeated Western Reserve 2-1. Isabella O’Brien allowed just three hits to Western Reserve.

McDonald got things started in the first inning. They scored one run on a stolen base.

O’Brien earned the victory in the pitcher’s circle for McDonald. O’Brien allowed three hits and one run over seven innings, striking out 19 and walking zero.

Hannah Heath was in the pitcher’s circle for Western Reserve. Heath lasted seven innings, allowing five hits and two runs while striking out four.

Kayla Helco, Jenna Helco, Gianna Mancini, O’Brien, and Kylie Koma each managed one hit to lead McDonald.

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MCCOMBS MAKING MOVES

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MCDONALD OH- It has been a wild journey for Bri McCombs of McDonald. Not many pitchers in their high school career get to say they experienced all of the following during their high school career. Learning from a future college pitcher, carrying a huge load of innings for their team, and being a part of a one two punch. That is exactly how McCombs can describe her career so far as a Blue Devil. She spent time under Bri Callow who was one of the most dominant pitchers in the entire area while she was at McDonald, last year Bri led the Devils in innings pitched by far, and now this year with the addition of Bella O’Brien to the roster, Bri is able to be a part of a versatile pitching staff that can hit you from multiple angles.

Although her role has changed multiple times throughout the years, one thing has never changed. That is Bri’s commitment and work ethic to be great. She is never satisfied with where she is at and always raising the bar to get better. That’s how she managed to step into the ace mentality that McDonald needed last season, and find a ton of success doing it.

In 21.0 IP this season McCombs has worked an ERA of 0.33.  She has only given up 1 earned run so far this spring, while striking out 42, and only walking 5.  At the plate McCombs is hitting .258 with 9 RBI.  She has drawn 11 walks which cranks her on base percentage up to .452.

McCombs took the time to join YSN’s Anthony Hartwig to talk about her career so far at McDonald. They also discuss the different roles she’s had on the team, how she keeps that ace mentality, and much more. Check out the latest McDonald Softball Player Profile only on YSN!

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BLUE DEVILS OFFENSE KEEPS UP THE PACE

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BERLIN CENTER OH- Four hits from Hannah Heath helped lead the way for Western Reserve over Waterloo 12-4 on Thursday. Heath singled in the first, singled in the third, singled in the fifth, and singled in the sixth.

The Blue Devils fired up the offense in the first inning. Heath singled on a 2-0 count, scoring one run.

Western Reserve scored six runs in the sixth inning. The offensive onslaught came from singles by Caylee Selley, Maggie Byers, and Alexa Abrams, an error on a ball put in play by Katie Byers, and a double by Lexi Pence.

Heath was the winning pitcher for the Blue Devils. Heath allowed ten hits and four runs over seven innings, striking out six.

Jewel Lilley took the loss for Waterloo. Lilley allowed 15 hits and 12 runs over six innings, striking out eight and walking zero.

Western Reserve tallied 15 hits. Heath, Allison Jones, and Byers all had multiple hits. Heath led the way with four hits in four at bats.

Waterloo totaled ten hits. Lilley, and Bailey English each collected multiple hits for Waterloo.

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TWO BLUE DEVILS ENTER ONE REMAINS

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By Michael Wolfgang 


LISBON, OHIO – Lisbon found ways to grind out a close one against Western Reserve Wednesday night as they snuck by 4-2 in a battle of Blue Devils.

The ballgame was all squared up at 2-2 in the bottom of the fifth inning when Lisbon separated themselves on a Carpenter single coming on a 2-2 count that scored the go ahead run. Lisbon added one more insurance run in the bottom of the sixth to make the score 4-2.

Carpenter led Lisbon on the hill as he was the starter. Carpenter put in seven innings of work, allowing five hits and two runs while striking out 12 and one base on balls. Four runs on six hits with two errors in the field was the winning line in the box score for Lisbon.

Lisbon will line things up again on the diamond Thursday night as they welcome in non-conference opponent Jefferson County Christian for a double header. Game one is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. and game two is set up for 7:00 p.m.