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FLASHES PUT A JOLT INTO JACKSON MILTON

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NORTH JACKSON, OHIO- Wednesday’s game against the Champion Flashes was a heartbreaker for Bluejays, as they lost the lead late in a 7-5 defeat.

The Flashes got things moving in the second inning, when Brett Channell tripled on a 2-1 count, scoring one run. The Bluejays evened things up at three in the bottom of the fourth inning when Billy Sloan singled on the first pitch of the at bat, scoring two runs.

The Bluejays racked up ten hits as Dominic Krol and Sloan each collected multiple hits. Krol went 3-for-3 at the plate to lead the team in hits.

Channell led things at the plate for the Flashes as he went 2 for 4. Hunter Haines led the Flashes to victory on the hill. The hurler went five innings, allowing four runs on seven hits and striking out seven before Bradey Quinby threw two innings in relief out of the bullpen.

 Aaren Romigh took the loss for Bluejays as the righty lasted five and a third innings, allowing six hits and six runs while striking out three. Champion will now take on South Range in the Division III District Semi-Final.  



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FLASHES SIMPLY LOOK UNSTOPPABLE

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By Michael Wolfgang

LEVITTSBURG OH- Perfection, literally, is the one word to describe Champion’s 15-0 win over Wickliffe on Tuesday to advance to the District Finals. Gabrielle Gradishar pitched the game of her life as she was flat out untouchable, flawless, and of course perfect in the pitcher’s circle for Champion.

Gradishar went the distance, a shortened five inning ball game, and finished with a line of zero hits and zero runs allowed while striking out ten and zero base on balls to of course come out of the game as the winning pitcher. 

On the offensive side, Champion was powered by Morgan Davis who went 4-for-4 in the batter’s box. The line for Davis included a homerun, two doubles, and one triple. The Champion offense gathered up 15 hits with Davis, Madison Ziegler, Isabella Meyer, and Maddison Sylvester each went for multi-hit games and were the top dogs hitting wise in the Champion lineup.

Champion sent four balls over the fence with Warzala, Davis, Gradishar, and Ziegler going deep for homers. Champion did not commit a single error in the field defensively.

Champion’s next opponent will be Thursday against Lakeview at 5:00 p.m.

NO HITTER CAPS CHAMPION’S PERFECT MVAC SEASON

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Gabrielle Gradishar was brilliant on the rubber on Friday, as she threw a no-hitter to lead Champion  past Crestview 9-0.

Champion secured the victory thanks to five runs in the fourth inning. Morgan Davis, Isabella Meyer, Abigail Meadors, and Addison Warzala all drove in runs in the frame.

Champion got things started in the first inning when Meadors grounded out, scoring two runs.

The Flashes scored five runs in the fourth inning. Davis, Meyer, Meadors, and Warzala each had RBIs in the big inning.

Gradishar got the win for Champion. The ace allowed zero hits and zero runs over seven innings, striking out 14 and walking one.

Brooke Brubaker took the loss for Crestview. The hurler surrendered nine runs on 12 hits over six innings, striking out one.

Champion totaled 12 hits in the game. Meyer, Meadors, and Hailey Householder all managed multiple hits. Meyer led the way with three hits in three at bats. Champion was sure-handed and didn’t commit a single error. Warzala made the most plays with 15.

 

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GRADISHAR MAKES HER FIRST TOURNAMENT GAME ONE TO REMEMBER

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WARREN OH- As a freshman Gabby Gradishar had to watch her teammates compete in the district tournament. Unable to make an impact on the field due to injury, she has been hungry all season to finally get a chance to shine in bracket play.  She let everything loose on Thursday in her first career tournament game helping Champion cruise to a 18-0 win over Berkshire to advance into the district rounds.

Gradishar went 3-3 at the plate, which is probably the most underwhelming part of her stat line. Her 3 hits were all home runs, including a grand slam. She knocked in 8 RBI on the day. She also walked once, letting her reach in all four plate appearances.  That is impressive enough, but Gradishar also had work to do in the circle. She threw a perfect game in 5 innings striking out 9.  Safe to say this is a performance that will go down in everyone’s memory bank.

Gradishar was helped on offense by her teammates as well.  Abigail Meadors went 2-4 on the night with 3 RBI.  Addie Warzala continued her hot streak going 2-3 on the day with 2 RBI.  Bella Meyer was perfect at the dish going 4-4 on the night.  Maddie Ziegler also knocked in 2 RBI on a 2-3 day.

Champion advances to the district semifinals on Tuesday where they’ll match up with Wickliffe. That game is set to be played at LaBrae High School. First pitch will be at 2:00.

GRADISHAR DEALS ANOTHER NO HITTER

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CHAMPION OH- Gabby Gradishar was brilliant on the rubber on Wednesday, as she threw a no-hitter to lead Champion past Crestview 10-0.

Champion secured the victory thanks to seven runs in the first inning. Isabella Meyer, Abigail Meadors, Olivia Gray, Madison Ziegler, and Maddison Sylvester each drove in runs during the inning.

The Golden Flashes got things moving in the first inning, when Meyer tripled on a 1-1 count, scoring two runs.

Gradishar took the win for Champion. She allowed zero hits and zero runs over five innings, striking out 12 and walking zero.

Champion Golden Flashes Varsity hit one home run on the day. Morgan Davis had a long ball in the fifth inning.

Champion tallied 17 hits on the day. Addison Warzala, Gradishar, Davis, Meyer, Ziegler, Meadors, and Gray all managed multiple hits. Warzala went 3-for-4 at the plate to lead the offense in hits.

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FLASHES STRIKE FAST AND OFTEN

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BROOKFIELD, OHIO- Four hits from Tyler Skaggs helped lead the Champion Golden Flashes past the Brookfield Warriors 12-2 on Monday as Skaggs doubled in the first, doubled in the third, singled in the fourth, and singled in the fifth.

The Flashes got on the board in the first inning when Skaggs doubled on a 1-0 count, scoring one run then added four runs in the fifth inning.  The rally was led by  by Micah Nolan and Joey Fell, a single by Skaggs, and by Carson Fife.

Fife was credited with the victory on the mound as the fireballer went six innings, allowing two runs on five hits, striking out eight and walking zero.

Hunter Warrender took the loss for the Warriors as he surrendered six runs on 13 hits over four innings, striking out one and walking one.

Champion totaled 16 hits in the game as Skaggs, Zack Morris, Nolan, Fife, Brett Channell, and Fell each had multiple hits. Brookfield and Champion will take each other on once again on Tuesday.

 

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DON’T CHANGE THE CHANNELL

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WARREN OH- A trip to Champion’s baseball this season will feature seeing a ton of senior leadership. It’s not too often you see a team with as big of a group of seniors. With so much leadership on the team, one thing you know for sure is the Flashes will always be in the right headspace.  One of their exceptional senior leaders is Brett Channell. Channell has given everything he has to the Champion athletics room. The multiple sport athlete has poured his sweat, blood, and time to the programs he has played on. Because of his dedication, every one of his teammates has the perfect standard to follow.  That is Channell’s biggest leadership attributes. His ability to set a standard.  That is so important for a successful program. Without a set standard, a program will never be able to find consistent success.  Channell keeps Champion consistent.

With all his leadership, Channell backs it up with his talent on the field. Channell has dazzled Champion fans with his gifts on the field.  He is a legitimate threat with a bat in his hand, and is even more prolific with his glove.  Channell has also taken innings on the mound for Champion filling the role well when given the opportunity.

Channell was kind enough to take the time to talk with YSN’s Anthony Hartwig. They discuss the tradition of Champion, having a brother who played on a state championship team, and so much more. Check out the latest Champion Baseball Player Profile only on YSN!

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CHAMPION WITH BACK TO BACK BLASTS OF NORTH ROYLALTON

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NORTH ROYLATON OH-

Game 1:

Gabrielle Gradishar shut down North Royalton, throwing a complete game shutout and leading Champion to a 11-0 victory on Saturday

Champion got things moving in the first inning, when Gradishar hit a solo homer.

Gradishar earned the win for the Golden Flashes. Gradishar allowed four hits and zero runs over six innings, striking out nine and walking zero.

Champion hit two home run on the day. Gradishar had a four bagger in the first and second innings.

Champion racked up 15 hits. Morgan Davis, Abigail Meadors, Addison Warzala, Gradishar, Isabella Meyer, and Hailey Householder each racked up multiple hits. Meadors and Davis all had three hits to lead. The Flashes were sure-handed and didn’t commit a single error. Warzala made the most plays with ten.

Game 2:

Champion coasted to an easy victory over North Royalton 11-1 on Saturday

Champion scored four runs in the fifth inning. The big inning was thanks to a single by Abigail Meadors, a home run by Addison Warzala, and a groundout by Isabella Meyer.

Meadors earned the victory on the rubber for the Flashes. The pitcher allowed eight hits and one run over six innings, striking out five.

Champion socked one home run on the day. Warzala went for the long ball in the fifth inning.

The Flashes tallied 13 hits in the game. Meadors, Warzala, Morgan Davis, Meyer, and Gabrielle Gradishar all managed multiple hits. Meadors led the way with three hits in four at bats. Champion didn’t commit a single error in the field. Warzala had five chances in the field, the most on the team.

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CHAMPION GRABS A PAIR OF WINS AT PREBIS MEMORIAL

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NORTH RIDGEVILLE OH- It was a very quick turnaround for Champion after they dropped a hard fought matchup with Austintown Fitch on Friday night. They had get up early Saturday morning and head down to Victory Park in North Ridgeville to take part in the Prebis Memorial.  Champion wasn’t about to let a loss get them down, they came right back in the morning ready to go. The Flashes picked up two wins on the day 8-7 over Whitmer in 8 innings, and 8-2 over Evergreen.

In the first game Champion got started early and often. The sprung from the gates with a 5 run first inning.  Abigail Meadors knocked in the first run of the game after back to back singles to start the first inning. Addie Warzala followed her up with a 2 RBI double. Maddie Zeigler, and Maddie Slyvester both drove in runs to make it a 5 run inning.  However after that start, Champion’s offense went silent for most of the game. They’d see Whitmer slowly but surely work their way back in the game. The Panthers would eventually tie the game 5-5 in the 4th, and then take the 6-5 lead in the 6th.

Being down might have been just what the Flashes bars needed to wake back up. One half inning later, Gabby Gradishar launched her 11th home run of the season to tie the game at 6-6.  The game would find its way in to extras. In the top of the 8th Whitmer would once again put Champion’s back to the wall taking a 7-6 lead.  The Flashes would get right back to it. Down to their last out, Gradishar singled, and Morgan Davis eventually doubled her in. Then Meadors ended the contest with a RBI single to walk off the game 8-7.

Meadors would take that momentum into game 2 as she got the start in the circle and pitched a dominating game.  The Flashes offenses struck for another 8 in another win 8-2.  Meadors struck out 8 in her 7 innings pitched and only gave up 2 earned runs.  At the plate Meadors knocked in another 3 RBI, bringing her total to 6 on the day, going 6-9 in the two games.  Gradishar continued to be productive as she went 3-4 with 2 RBI. Hailey Householder and Olivia Gray also brought in runs in game 2.

Champion will get back to MVAC play on Tuesday as they travel to Crestview.  First pitch of that game is slated for 5:00.

PREVIEWING A PITCHER’S DUEL WITH ERIN GABRIEL

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It’s a gloomy Friday afternoon towards the end of April, but there’s plenty of reason to be excited today if you’re a softball fan. On tap tonight if the weather permits is what could be the best pitcher’s duel we see this season. When Austintown Fitch and Canfield share a field, they’ll both throw out tremendous pitchers that are both having incredible sophomore seasons so far. Fitch’s Sydnie Watts is a flamethrower using her velocity to baffle opposing hitters. Like most pitchers that get up there in velocity, Sydnie features a nasty riseball that can make the best hitters feel foolish. Champion will counter with Gabby Gradishar who loves to own the inside half of the plate with a screwball.

We wanted to take the time ahead of this matchup to dive in to exactly what makes both these pitchers and what they will attack you with so special. And there’s no one better to come and break down pitching than arguably the best pitcher that has ever come through the area. Former Poland Bulldog, and Tennessee Lady Vol Erin Gabriel was kind enough to come on YSN and give us a tour of these pitches.  Along with breaking down the grip and fundamentals of Watts’ riseball, and Gradishar’s screwball, she also gives the hitters some advice on how to attack it.  You don’t want to miss this exclusive segment with an area softball legend to preview an amazing matchup.

Champion vs Austintown Fitch can be seen LIVE tonight on YSN. Ty Bartell will be on the call with a 6:00 first pitch from Austintown.