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LAKEVIEW HANGS ON TO WIN OVER NILES

NILES, OH- Nathan Paolucci was a hit machine, snagging three hits in four at-bats, as Lakeview Bulldogs edged out McKinley 7-6 on Friday. Paolucci was everywhere, with a single in the fourth, a double in the first, and another single in the third.

Niles wasn’t going down without a fight, though. After falling behind by four runs in the fourth inning, they rallied back, stringing together a couple of singles and a double to close the gap.

Lakeview first got on the scoreboard with Nolan Toth’s single in the second inning. They added another run in the third when Andrew Brown grounded out.

Jackson Uphoff claimed the win for Lakeview, navigating through five and two-thirds innings while giving up six runs on seven hits. Brixton Gilmour was saddled with the loss for McKinley, despite pitching a complete game, where he allowed seven runs (five earned) on 11 hits. Brown secured the save for Lakeview.

Lakeview tallied 11 hits in total, with Brown and Toth both having multi-hit games. The Bulldogs were aggressive on the bases, stealing seven bags in total, with Paolucci and Hayden Newton each swiping more than one.

McKinley put up a good fight at the plate too, with nine hits. Kristopher Hrosar, Tyler Williams, and Nick Clark led the charge, each grabbing two hits. Hrosar and Clark also each drove in two runs.

Next up, Lakeview will host Struthers on Monday.

LAKEVIEW WINS BIG OVER THE TIGERS

By Matt Maher

 

CORTLAND, OH – Two of the top teams on YSN went head to head in one of the most anticipated games of the week on Thursday evening, when Lakeview played host to Howland.The game had the making of being a classic and through the first two innings it surely seemed to be the case but Lakeview found something within and found a dominant beast that helped them cruise their way to a 17-7 victory over the Tigers!

 

Lakeview started Isabella Isenberg in the circle, a pitcher who was already boasting some fantastic numbers, and went out and pitched a good game against a dangerous opponent. Isenberg conceded the first 2 runs to Howland with Brianna Deeter earning the first with a single and Maya Kubancsek driving in the other. Isenberg would keep Howland to 1 run in the 2nd, a long RBI single from Madison Schmitz, and locked it down in the 3rd with no runs given up.

 

Isenberg would give up 2 more runs in the 4th and another 2 in the 5th and would blank the Tigers in the 6th. Isenberg pitched a complete game and finished with 6 IP, 7 ER, 10 H and 6 Ks.

 

Brooke Tatar started for Howland with equally impressive stats leading up to this game. Lakeview would score twice on her in the first thanks to an RBI groundout from Izzy Haines and a wild Pitch later in the inning. Lakeview got to her in the 2nd with 4 big runs that ultimately sealed the deal. Tatar would only go into the 3rd gaining 2 outs before being replaced by Kubancsek. Lakeview was able to earn 2 more runs off of Tatar thanks to a huge 2-run homer from the bat of Isenberg!

 

Kubancsek didn’t fair much better, giving up 6 runs in the 4th with the 2 most notable coming from another 2-run blast this time from Haines! Lakeview would score 2 more in the 5th being just 1 run shy of walking it off early but that honor would wait until the 6th inning where Makenna Werner hit a ball into left field to bring home Mack Stowe to end the game. 

 

Tatar finished with 2.2 IP, 8 R, 8 H and 5Ks while Kubancsek finished with 3.1 IP, 9 R, 9 H and 2 Ks.

 

The bats were hot for Lakeview in this huge game between these two top teams and they came through in a big way. Howland struggled to get much going against Isenberg and the loss of Tatar and Deeter to injury did not help their case. The Tigers (10-4) shift their focus to Girard when they host the Indians on April 26th at 5:00PM while Lakeview (13-3) will make their way to Boardman for a tilt with the Spartans on April 27th at 11:00AM.

CLIPPERS TAKE ANOTHER EOAC DOUBLE HEADER

COLUMBIANA OH- Columbiana continued their dominance in league play on Thursday night, sweeping East Palestine in a doubleheader with convincing wins of 20-2 in game one and 15-1 in game two.

In the first game, Columbiana’s offense exploded with Caitlynn Pleska leading the charge, going 4-5 with 7 RBI and 3 runs scored. Ava Davanzo and Cam Perkins also contributed, each driving in multiple runs. Maryn Hepler and Anna Yonker added to the offensive onslaught with key hits and RBIs.

In the circle, Pleska and Peyton Stoy combined efforts to limit East Palestine’s offense to just 2 runs. Pleska pitched 3 innings, allowing 5 hits and 2 earned runs, while Stoy pitched 2 scoreless innings.

For East Palestine, Taylor Foster and Jasmine Ludt drove in runs, but their efforts weren’t enough to overcome Columbiana’s strong performance.

In the second game, Columbiana’s offense remained hot, led by Ella Dota and Maryn Hepler, who each had three hits and multiple RBIs. Alaina Johnson also contributed with 2 RBI.

The Clippers continued to pitch well on the night, Hepler pitched 3 innings of shutout ball, allowing just 2 hits to secure the win for Columbiana.

With these victories, Columbiana solidified their position as a force to be reckoned with in the league, while East Palestine looks to bounce back in their next outing.

TARAJACK BLOWS OUT THE CANDLES ON POLAND

CANFIELD, OH- To say Tyson Tarajack celebrated a birthday would be an understatement.  In a pitcher’s duel on Thursday, South Range pulled off a tight 2-0 win over Poland. Tarajack was the star on the mound for South Range, going the distance with a complete game and giving Poland their first loss of the 2024 campaign.

The scoreboard lit up in the bottom of the sixth when South Range finally broke through. Gaven Nagy’s sacrifice fly got them on the board, and Lincoln Cleevely daringly stole home to add another run.

Tarajack was in command throughout, surrendering just three hits and no runs over seven innings, and striking out seven. Meanwhile, Zuccaro shouldered the loss for Poland, allowing two runs across six innings on four hits, with five strikeouts to his credit.

Tarajack wasn’t just a force with his pitching; he also led South Range at the plate, going 2-for-3. Despite the low-scoring game, both teams were flawless in the field, with each turning a double play and Poland maintaining a clean sheet with no errors.

For Poland, Ryan Dilullo, Matt Paparrodis, and Chris Denney each managed a hit, but they couldn’t string enough together to challenge South Range’s lead.

Next up, South Range will hit the road to face St. Clairsville on Saturday, and Poland will look to rebound against Boardman.

BRANT AND BULLDOGS SPOIL SPARTANS SENIOR NIGHT

BOARDMAN OH- In a showdown on Boardman’s senior night, Poland’s softball team left no doubt as they dominated the Spartans with a resounding 20-6 victory.

Poland’s offense was relentless, led by Mary Brant, who had a monster game going 5-5 with 2 home runs, 10 RBI, and scoring 4 runs. Elliana Thompson also had a strong showing, going 3-4 with 2 RBI and 3 runs scored. Leanne Williams and Leanna Boccieri contributed with 3 hits each, driving in runs and crossing the plate multiple times. Lilly McDonald, Olivia Horn, and Avery Jakubovic also added to the onslaught, combining for 5 hits, 5 RBI, and 5 runs scored.

In the circle, McDonald pitched effectively for Poland, going 4.2 innings, allowing 6 hits and 2 earned runs while striking out 5 batters.

Boardman’s offense put up a fight, with Tori Strines leading the way with 2 RBI and a run scored. Alex Ward was perfect at the plate going 3-3 with a RBI and 2 runs scored. Olivia LaCivita and Maddie Wymer also contributed with hits and runs scored.

Despite Boardman’s efforts, Poland’s offensive firepower proved too much to handle, as they spoiled the Spartans’ senior night in convincing fashion.

With this impressive win, Poland continues to assert their dominance in the softball realm, while Boardman looks to bounce back in their next outing.

LAKEVIEW TAKES A BITE OUT OF HOWLAND

CORTLAND, OH- The Lakeview Bulldogs clinched a solid 7-3 victory over Howland Thursday.

The Bulldogs jumped ahead early, with Matt Seikel cracking a single in the second inning that drove in two runs. Brandon Toot kept the momentum going with a sacrifice fly in the third, pushing the score to 3-0.

Jacob Shaker was on point from the mound for Lakeview, holding Howland to just two hits and no runs over four innings, notching three strikeouts without issuing a walk. On the other side, Anthony Marimpietri shouldered the loss for Howland, giving up four runs on seven hits in just under four innings.

Lakeview was on fire at the plate, racking up 10 hits. Seikel, batting seventh, led the charge with three RBIs and went 2-for-3 for the day. Toot, Nathan Paolucci, Hayden Newton, and Seikel each managed two hits.

For Howland, Luca Fronzaglio, Ketan Perry, and Dominic Santee each knocked in a run, with Santee also leading Howland with two hits in four at-bats.

Up next, the Bulldogs hit the road to face Niles McKinley on Friday in a NE8 matchup.

EAST PALESTINE KNOCKS HOME SWEEP OF THE BEARS

LEETONIA OH- In a dominant performance, East Palestine secured a season sweep over Leetonia with a convincing 13-3 win on Wednesday.

East Palestine’s offense wasted no time in getting to work, with Maddie Foster leading the charge with a perfect 2-2 at the plate, driving in 3 runs and scoring 2 herself. Kennedy Andre contributed with a hit and 2 RBI, while Taylor Foster also went 2-2 with an RBI and 2 runs scored. Sydney Jurjavcic and Gabby Andre each added hits and runs scored, with Jurjavcic also driving in a run.

In the circle, Kennedy Andre was stellar, pitching a complete game with 5 innings, allowing just 2 hits and 1 earned run while striking out 7 batters.

With this win, East Palestine displayed their dominance over Leetonia and continued their strong performance this season.

POLAND’S PERFECTION STAYS IN TACT

POLAND OH- Poland’s undefeated season continued as they battled South Range to a hard-fought 3-1 win on Wednesday.

The Poland offense was led by Jacob Jenkins, who drove in 2 runs on his 1-2 performance at the plate. Joe Zuccaro contributed with a hit and an RBI, scoring 1 run himself, while Jacob Hayes added a hit and scored a run.

On the mound, Hayes was stellar for Poland, pitching a complete game, allowing just 3 hits and no earned runs while striking out 5 batters.

South Range’s offense struggled to produce against Hayes, with Tyler Wardle driving in their only run on his 1-4 performance. Luke Gehring and Tyson Tarajack added hits for South Range.

Konnor Brogan pitched well for South Range, going 6 innings, allowing 4 hits and 1 earned run while striking out 5 batters.

In the end, Poland’s strong pitching and timely hitting were enough to secure the victory, keeping their undefeated season intact as they continue their dominance in the league.

RAIDERS SET THE EARLY TONE

CANFIELD OH- In the latest chapter of the rivalry between Poland and South Range on Wednesday, the Raiders set the tone early, scoring 3 runs and then holding on for a 4-1 win.

South Range’s offense was led by Jayli Wilt, who went 2-3 with a home run, driving in 3 runs and scoring 1 herself. Keira Brogan contributed with 2 hits and 2 runs scored, while Gretchen Bartels, Ashley Rupert, and Giada Pauline added hits for the Raiders. Pauline also drove in a run.

In the circle, Wilt was dominant, pitching a complete game, allowing just 3 hits and 1 run while striking out an impressive 14 batters.

Poland’s offense struggled to get going, with Elliana Thompson scoring their only run after drawing a walk. Leanna Boccieri and Leanne Williams added hits for Poland, with Williams driving in their lone RBI.

Olivia Horn pitched well for Poland, going 6 innings and allowing 6 hits and 3 earned runs while striking out 2 batters.

In the end, South Range’s early offensive burst and strong pitching from Wilt proved to be too much for Poland to overcome, as the Raiders secured the 4-1 victory in this heated rivalry matchup.

Game Photos HERE: https://ysn.smugmug.com/4-24-24-sb-south-range-poland/4-24-sb-poland-range/107EOS1D

LAKEVIEW GETS THEIR REVENGE

GIRARD OH- Lakeview bounced back from their previous night’s loss to Girard by edging out the Indians 7-6 in a close contest, splitting the season series.

The Lakeview offense came alive, led by Andrew Brown, who went 3-4 with 2 RBI and 2 runs scored. Brandon Toot contributed with a 2-3 performance, driving in 3 runs and scoring 1 himself. Jake Nicholas reached base three times, going 2-3 with a walk and scoring a run, while Hayden Newton added 2 hits and scored a run.

On the mound, Nathan Paolucci pitched a solid game, going 7 innings and allowing 7 hits and 4 earned runs while striking out 4 batters. Paolucci also closed the game with 3 innings of relief, allowing just 2 hits and no earned runs while striking out 2.

Girard’s offense put up a fight, with Jaden Royal driving in 2 runs on his 1-5 performance. Joe Marsco contributed with 2 hits, including an RBI, and scoring a run, while Nate Freeland and Kaiden Clare each added 2 hits.

On the mound for Girard, Dominick Tollone pitched 4 innings, allowing 8 hits and 5 earned runs while striking out 5 batters.

In the end, Lakeview’s offense and pitching were enough to secure the narrow victory, avenging their previous loss to Girard and splitting the season series.