STRUTHERS OH- Austintown Fitch ended their week on a high note Thursday night, shutting out Cardinal Mooney with a solid 4-0 victory.
Fitch’s offense was led by Frank Senediak and Jackson Cheeks, each driving in a run. Mason Petridis and Carson Fuller contributed with hits and runs scored, helping Fitch secure the win.
On the mound, Cole Gamy was dominant, pitching a complete game with 7 innings, allowing only 2 hits while striking out 5 batters.
Despite Mooney’s efforts, their offense struggled to produce against Fitch’s strong pitching. Taco Verroco and Ben Oddis managed hits for Mooney, but they were unable to capitalize.
Kaden Reese pitched well for Mooney, going 3.2 innings, allowing 4 hits and 1 earned run while striking out 3 batters.
With this victory, Fitch finished their week with a 3-1 record, showing their strength both on the mound and at the plate.
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YOUNGSTOWN OH- In a dominant display, Mooney’s girls lacrosse team improved their record to 9-3 with a commanding 15-4 victory over Orange.
Ella Szalay was the standout player of the game, scoring an impressive 6 goals and securing 9 draw controls. Supporting her, Lexi Italiano, Angelee Blasko, and Sophia Rotunno each contributed 2 goals, while Molly Simons, Natalie Blasko, and Frankie Cassese added 1 goal each.
The team’s combined defense was solid, causing a total of 10 turnovers, while Alyssa Ray made 8 crucial saves in goal to keep Orange’s offense at bay.
With this win under their belt, Mooney looks ahead to their next challenge as they prepare to travel to Canfield next Tuesday at 6:30 pm.
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CANFIELD OH- Canfield clinched a nail-biter against Cardinal Mooney on Tuesday, edging out a 4-3 victory. The Cardinals managed to fend off a late Mooney rally, only allowing 1 run in the top of the 7th inning before slamming the door shut.
Leading the charge for Canfield’s offense, Tanner Stricko went 1-2 with 1 RBI, while Michael Patellis contributed with a perfect 2-2 at the plate and scoring a run. David Murphy and Enzo Cocca each added to the scoreboard with 1 run scored apiece.
On the mound, Anthony Groner was stellar for Canfield, pitching 6 strong innings, allowing just 3 hits and 1 earned run while striking out 8 batters.
For Mooney, Jonathan Brenner blasted a solo home run, going 1-3 with 1 RBI and scoring a run, while Gabe Saunders went 2-3 and crossed the plate once.
Mooney’s pitching was anchored by Brenner, who pitched a solid 6 innings, surrendering 6 hits and 2 earned runs while striking out 3.
In the end, Canfield’s pitching and timely hitting secured the win in a hard-fought battle against Cardinal Mooney.
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AKRON, OH- This Monday turned out to be quite the showdown on the diamond as the Cardinal Mooney Cardinals clashed with St. Vincent-St. Mary, eventually taking a narrow 7-5 defeat.
The game kicked off with St. Vincent-St. Mary grabbing the early lead in the first inning, thanks to a groundout by Rylan Hurley that brought a runner home. But the Cardinals weren’t about to let that slide. Matt Kay stepped up in the second, ripping a single that evened things up at two apiece.
The back-and-forth continued when St. Vincent-St. Mary answered right back in their half of the second. Hits from JJ Pytash and Max Milkovich nudged them ahead again. The game stayed tight, and by the fifth inning, the Cardinals had managed to tie things up once more. Big thanks to Ben Oddis’ walk, Vince Gentile’s timely single, and a sacrifice fly by William Petty.
But St. Vincent-St. Mary wouldn’t be denied. Ashton Tamzarian launched a sacrifice fly to edge them back in front, 6-5, in a crucial bottom of the fifth.
On the mound, Aidan Zwisler bagged the win for St. Vincent-St. Mary weathered seven hits and five runs over four innings and tallied six Ks. Ford Stacy shouldered the loss for the Cardinals after giving up five runs over a bit more than three innings of work.
Despite the loss, the Cardinals showed some hustle at the plate, gathering nine hits. Matt Kay stood out, driving in two runs from the ninth spot and snagging a hit in his three at-bats. Jonathan Brenner also had a solid day with two hits of his own.
Over on the other side, St. Vincent-St. Mary was swinging hot, racking up 11 hits. Devon Lehman, Milkovich, Zack Kurkey, and Pytash each nailed two hits to keep their team on the front foot.
Next up, the Cardinals are hitting the road to face Canfield on Tuesday.
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AUSTINTOWN, OH- This past Saturday marked a momentous occasion for Boardman High School as they clinched the Mahoning County Track and Field Championship, a feat they hadn’t achieved since 2010. It was a spectacular end to fourteen years of waiting, with the Spartans toppling the defending champions, Austintown Fitch, by a narrow 6-point lead, 171 to 165.
Senior Aiden Berg was a standout performer, earning MVP honors after winning the 400 meters and taking third in both the 100 and 200 meters. His efforts were crucial in helping Boardman rally from a 26-point deficit to capture the title.
The Spartans set the tone early, grabbing a first-place finish in the 4×800 relay thanks to the efforts of junior David D’Altorio, senior Ethan Boots, sophomore Adam Nigro, and freshman Jonathan Burgos-Perez. The momentum continued with freshman Ethan Timblin securing sixth in the 110H, and the Spartan 4×200 relay team placing seventh.
Brock Farris shined in the middle distances, winning the 1600 and later the 800, with Boots and Nigro also snagging top spots in their events. In the sprints, besides Berg’s heroics, Sava Crnjak took fourth in the 400 meters.
The field events also saw Boardman athletes excelling. Robrick Taylor won the high jump, while Kayant Fontanez-Waid and Santino Radjukovic made their marks in the long jump and discus, respectively. The younger competitors also showed up big, with sophomores like Ahmed Mohammed and James Mitchell and juniors like Isaiah Doyle and Chase Conner making significant contributions.
The championship was ultimately sealed in the final event, the 4×400 meter relay, where Boots, Nigro, Crnjak, and Farris dominated, winning by a staggering 10 seconds.
Head Coach John Phillips couldn’t contain his pride, stating, “I am so proud of the effort from our kids, and the leadership from our seniors. We didn’t start off very well today, but the team held it together—that’s a huge credit to them and to our coaching staff. We are putting a lot on the shoulders of freshmen and sophomores this year, and those young kids really stepped up today in big moments. I am so happy for our seniors, they deserve this. This was fun and we will enjoy it, but we have a lot to improve on so it’s back to work this week.”
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NILES, OH- Saturday saw Cardinal Mooney taking down Warren JFK with a solid 6-3 win.
The action kicked off right in the first inning when Kennedy slipped up with an error and a passed ball, both of which Cardinal Mooney capitalized on to grab an early two-run lead.
As the game progressed, Trent Litman stepped up in the third inning, delivering a key single on an 0-2 count that drove in two more runs, padding Mooney’s lead.
On the mound, Ben Oddis was in fine form for Mooney, holding Eagle hitters to just one hit and no runs over five innings, racking up five strikeouts despite walking six. Freddy Bolchalk, on the other hand, had a rare tough outing for Kennedy, surrendering four runs over five innings and taking the loss. Ryan Reese came in to seal the deal, picking up the save for Mooney.
Trent Litman was the standout at the plate, driving in four of Mooney’s six runs and collecting two hits. Oddis also had a good day with the bat, contributing two hits himself. The team’s defense was sharp, turning two double plays to stifle any Kennedy momentum.
For Kennedy, Caleb Hadley, Santino Ciambotti, Taggart Carfangia, and Nico Ciminero each managed a hit. Ciambotti also knocked in two runs, while Carfangia showed patience at the plate, drawing three walks. The team showed discipline overall, accumulating eight walks in the game.
Looking ahead, Mooney is set to hit the road for their next match against St. Vincent-St. Mary this Monday, hoping to keep their winning momentum going. JFK will look to get back to their winning ways against Aquinas on Monday.
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It was a milestone night for Cardinal Mooney as they dodged rain all night on their way to victory. They came out firing on all cylinders, taking down Louisville with a decisive 16-5 victory and improving their record to a stellar 7-1. But the real standout of the night? Ella Szalay, who not only led the team but also hit a major milestone, notching her 200th career goal. Talk about impressive!
Szalay was an absolute force to be reckoned with, racking up 11 goals, 3 assists, and a slew of ground balls and draw controls. Natalie Blasko also made her mark with 4 goals, while Angelee Blasko dished out 2 assists, and Lainey Hunt chipped in with a goal of her own.
Frankie Cassese played a crucial role in maintaining possession, snagging 9 draw controls, while Alyssa Ray held it down in goal with 5 saves.
But there’s no time to rest on their laurels because Mooney is gearing up for a double-header on Saturday against Hawken. First up, they’ll take on Gilmour at 9am, followed by a matchup against Magnificat at 1pm. With their momentum from this win, they’re sure to be a force to be reckoned with on the field.
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STRUTHERS, OH- Tuesday’s showdown was a classic pitcher’s duel, with Jonathan Brenner leading the Cardinal Mooney Varsity Cardinals to a crisp 2-0 victory over Columbiana. Brenner was virtually untouchable, racking up 12 strikeouts and surrendering just one hit across seven shutout innings, without issuing a single walk.
Pitching was the name of the game for both teams. While Brenner and the Cardinals’ bullpen combined for a total of 12 strikeouts, Columbiana’s pitchers also put up a solid effort, striking out eight Cardinal hitters.
The Cardinals edged ahead in the second inning, thanks to Kaden Reese’s groundout that brought in the first run of the game. It was a tightly contested affair, with every run feeling like it could be the difference-maker.
On the mound for Columbiana, Devin Daugherty delivered a commendable performance, allowing just four hits and two runs—one of which was earned—over six innings while striking out eight and walking two.
Taco Verroco drove in the other crucial run for Cardinal Mooney, contributing significantly to their slender lead. Meanwhile, Trent Litman was a force at the plate, going three for three and shining in the field with 12 chances, leading his team in defensive efforts.
Max Conway was the standout for Columbiana, managing one of their three hits in his three at-bats.
Looking ahead, the Cardinal Mooney are set to face off against South Range on Wednesday at 7pm at Bob Cene Park.
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YOUNGSTOWN OH- Mooney Lacrosse just keeps rolling! They snagged another big win, this time against West Geauga, and improved their record to 6-1. It was a dominating performance, with Mooney coming out on top with a final score of 15-6.
Ella Szalay was an absolute powerhouse, leading the charge with an impressive stat line: 7 goals, 4 assists, 5 draw controls, and 5 ground balls. Talk about a player who does it all! Natalie Blasko also had a standout game, notching 4 goals and 4 draw controls.
But it wasn’t just the Ella and Natalie show. Frankie Cassese, Angelee Blasko, Lexi Italiano, and Molly Simons all chipped in with a goal each, spreading the offensive wealth.
On the defensive end, Mooney was just as fierce. They racked up a total of 13 caused turnovers, with Sophia Rotunno leading the charge with 5. And let’s give a shoutout to Alyssa Ray, who held it down in goal with 8 crucial saves.
Next up, Mooney hits the road to take on Louisville tomorrow at 6:30pm. With the way they’re playing, they’re definitely a team to watch out for!
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AUSTINTOWN, OH- The Austintown-Fitch Falcons delivered a powerhouse performance on Monday, securing a resounding 10-2 victory over the Cardinal Mooney Cardinals. From the first pitch to the final out, the Falcons showcased their prowess on both offense and defense, leaving their opponents in the dust.
The Falcons wasted no time asserting their dominance, putting runs on the board early and often. Mason Petridis set the tone in the first inning with a clutch double that drove in a crucial run, giving Austintown-Fitch an early lead.
Building on their momentum, the Falcons continued to pile on the pressure in the second inning. Frank Senediak’s well-timed single extended the lead to 3-0, setting the stage for what would be a commanding performance.
A relentless offensive onslaught saw Austintown-Fitch adding to their lead in the third inning, with Rocco DiFlorio’s sacrifice groundout bringing another run across the plate, further solidifying their control of the game.
The sixth inning proved to be the Falcons’ crowning moment, as they exploded for four more runs to put the game out of reach for Cardinal Mooney. Nik Kyprianou and Jake Wallace came through in the clutch with timely singles, while Hayden Warmouth’s towering homer to center field put the exclamation point on Austintown-Fitch’s commanding lead.
On the mound, John Darnley delivered a stellar performance, stifling Cardinal Mooney’s offense and earning the well-deserved win for the Falcons. Darnley’s five and one-third innings of work saw him allowing just one run on four hits, while striking out three and walking two.
Despite a valiant effort from Cardinal Mooney’s William Petty, who racked up six strikeouts, it was ultimately not enough to contain the Falcons’ potent lineup.
Austintown-Fitch’s offensive firepower was on full display, with Petridis, Carter Owens, and Senediak each contributing two hits to the team’s impressive tally. Petridis, Warmouth, and Senediak also played key roles in driving in runs, while Owens showcased his speed on the basepaths with two stolen bases.
Defensively, the Falcons remained solid throughout, working the count and drawing six walks to keep the pressure on Cardinal Mooney. With four stolen bases in the game, Austintown-Fitch proved to be a force to be reckoned with in all facets of the game.
The Cardinals showed flashes of what could be at times on offense, with Taco Verroco going 2-for-4 at the plate to lead the team in hits, while Ben Oddis went 1-for-3 with a double, RBI, and a run scored.
As they look ahead to their next matchup, Austintown-Fitch Varsity Falcons are poised to continue their winning ways as they take on the Lakeside Dragons at home on Wednesday.
