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TOP BILLED MATCH UP GOES TO FITCH

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WARREN OH- The Austintown-Fitch Falcons softball team emerged victorious in a battle of the areas
best on Thursday night, defeating The Champion Golden Flashes by a score of 1-0 in a pitchers-duel instant classic!

The first three innings went by in a blink of an eye with Falcons pitcher and Georgia-Tech commit Sydnie Watts and Flashes pitcher and Penn. State commit Gabby Gradishar showcased a masterclass of pitching, shutting down the lineups the first time through.
First score came in the top of the fourth inning when Sydnie Watts blasted a solo shot to straight away dead center, providing Fitch with the 1-0 advantage. Simultaneously getting a high school home run of Gradishar, evening their home run total off one another at one a piece.

A solo home run would be the only score in the ballgame, as both Gradishar and Watts went into the seventh inning pitching in their rhythm.
Forcing soft contact and a few key popups, Gradishar struck out five in her seven innings of work, giving up just the one run on six hits, taking the touch luck loss. Watts completed the full seven innings as well, striking out 14, allowing just two hits in shutout softball!

Fitch (12-1) will now look ahead to All American Conference (AAC) play when they host Howland (10-4). After suffering their first loss of the season, Champion (11-1) will look to bounce back against The Whitmer Panthers (9-2) on Saturday, April 27th as a part of the Prebis Softball Tournament. Interviews with Player of the Game Sydnie Watts and Falcons Head Coach Steve Ward can be found below!
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CHAMPION LOOKS UNSTOPPABLE

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LIBERTY OH- Champion’s offense was unstoppable on Tuesday as they unleashed a 28-3 onslaught over Liberty, adding another win to their flawless 11-0 season.

Leading the charge for Champion’s offense was Bella Meyer, who went a perfect 5-5 at the plate with a home run, 5 RBI, and 4 runs scored. Gabby Gradishar also had a stellar game, going 3-5 with an impressive 6 RBI and scoring 5 runs. Addie Warzala contributed to the barrage with a 3-3 performance, including a home run, 6 RBI, and 4 runs scored. Sam Strock went 2-4 with 2 RBI and 2 runs scored, while Bella Weber added 2 RBI and crossed the plate 3 times on a perfect 2-2 showing.

On the mound, Sam Strock pitched a solid game for Champion, going 4 innings and allowing 6 hits, 3 earned runs, and striking out 4 batters.

Despite the offensive onslaught from Champion, Liberty had some bright spots at the plate. Sara Horn went 2-2 with 3 RBI, Mia Parker added 2 hits and scored a run, and Rachel Strohmeyer reached base with a hit and a walk, scoring a run.

However, it was Champion’s day as their relentless offense and solid pitching secured another dominant win, extending their perfect season record.

FLASHES FIND NOTHING BUT SUCCESS

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WARREN OH- Champion left no doubt in their sweep over Liberty on Tuesday night, dominating with a resounding 22-1 victory over the Leopards.

The offense was on fire for Champion, with Marky Nolan leading the charge, going 4-5 with 4 RBI and 4 runs scored. Zach Morris and Shane Hixson also made significant contributions, with Morris going 3-5 with 3 RBI and 2 runs scored, and Hixson matching that with a 3-5 performance, driving in 3 runs and scoring 3 times. Carson Fife added to the onslaught, going 1-3 with 3 RBI, 1 walk, and 1 run scored, while Carter Chaplin stayed perfect at the plate, going 3-3 with 1 RBI, 2 walks, and scoring 3 runs.

On the mound, Bradey Quinby was lights out for Champion, pitching a complete game no-hitter through 5 innings, striking out an impressive 10 batters and allowing no hits or earned runs.

Champion’s dominant performance at the plate and on the mound secured the decisive win, leaving Liberty in the dust.

FLASHES STRIKE FOR BIG OFFENSE AGAINST LIBERTY

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CHAMPION, OH- In a display of pure baseball IQ, Dylan Howell was unstoppable at the plate, hammering out three hits in three at-bats to lead Champion Flashes to a dominant 10-0 win over Liberty this Monday at Champion High School. Howell was on fire, doubling in the fourth, and adding singles in both the second and sixth innings.

The Flashes got rolling in the bottom of the second, capitalizing on a wild pitch and a groundout by Marky Nolan to notch their first runs.

On the mound, Howell was just as sharp, bagging the win with a stellar performance. He shut down Liberty, allowing just one hit across five innings, and chalked up seven strikeouts without giving up a walk. On the flip side, Liberty’s Clayton Bratton struggled, yielding seven runs over five innings and walking six, despite striking out seven himself. Seth Domes came in relief for the Flashes, throwing a clean inning to keep Liberty at bay.

At the bat, the Flashes weren’t just about Howell. They racked up nine hits in total. Carter Chapin contributed with a 1-for-3 outing, driving in two runs. Zack Morris also added a couple of hits. Discipline at the plate was key, as Champion drew seven walks, with Bradey Quinby and Carson Fife each taking two.

The Flashes were lightning fast on the bases, stealing a total of eight bags, with Howell and Fife each swiping more than one. Their fielding was flawless, not committing a single error throughout the game, with Fife leading the defense, involved in eight plays.

For Liberty, it was a tough day, but Trent Lieggi managed to snag one hit in two at-bats.

Up next, the Champion Varsity Flashes are set to face Liberty again on Tuesday. 

CHAMPION HAS A PERFECT SENIOR NIGHT

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WARREN OH- Champion’s softball team celebrated senior night in grand style, as Gabby Gradishar pitched another perfect game to lead her team to a resounding 17-0 victory over Liberty.

From the start, Champion’s offense came out swinging, putting pressure on Liberty’s defense with a relentless display of hitting. Leading the charge was senior pitcher Gabby Gradishar, who not only dominated in the circle but also shone at the plate. Gradishar went 3-3 with a home run, driving in one run and scoring four times herself. She showcased her all-around talent, contributing both on offense and defense to secure the win for her team.

Adding to the offensive onslaught were Addie Warzala, who went 3-4 with a home run, two RBIs, and two runs scored, and Bella Meyer, who went 2-3 with three RBIs and three runs scored. Mia Nadaud also made her presence felt with a home run and two RBIs, going 1-2 at the plate.

In the circle, Gradishar was simply untouchable. Over five innings, she didn’t allow a single hit, run, or walk, striking out an impressive 15 batters. Her flawless performance earned her yet another perfect game, highlighting her dominance on the mound and her importance to the team’s success.

The win was a fitting tribute to Champion’s seniors, showcasing their talent and leadership as they look ahead to the postseason. With Gradishar leading the way, Champion remains a force to be reckoned with in the league.

GRADISHAR AND PERFECTION GO HAND IN HAND

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GARRETSSVILLE OH-  Champion came out blazing hot and left Garfield in the dust with an impressive 17-0 victory, thanks in large part to the incredible pitching and hitting of Gabby Gradishar.

Gradishar was an absolute powerhouse, tossing a perfect game while striking out 10 batters and smashing not one, but two home runs! Talk about a one-woman wrecking crew.

But she wasn’t the only star of the show. Champion’s offense was firing on all cylinders, with Hailey Householder leading the charge with four RBIs and three hits, including a solo homer of her own. Addison Warzala and Gradishar also had three hits apiece, while Grace Hadley and Sam Strock chipped in with multiple hits of their own.

The Golden Flashes wasted no time asserting their dominance, jumping out to an early lead in the first inning and never looking back. They piled on the runs inning after inning, with every player contributing to the offensive onslaught.

And let’s not forget about the defense. Champion was flawless in the field, committing zero errors and making play after play to support Gradishar’s perfect game.

With performances like this, the Golden Flashes are proving to be a force to be reckoned with on the softball field. Watch out, because they’re just getting started.

REBS KEEP SWINGING HOT BATS; TOAST FLASHES

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WARREN, OH- On Tuesday, the Crestview put on a hitting clinic as they rolled past Champion with a decisive 13-3 victory, sparked by a massive seven-run outburst in the fourth inning. The Rebels’ lineup was on fire, turning walks and hits into a sizeable lead that Champion just couldn’t recover from.

The game got going in the first inning when Max Hawkins grounded out but still managed to push a run across for Crestview. Champion tied it up in the second inning, capitalizing on a Rebel error. However, Crestview didn’t let the tie last long. Ethan Feezle ripped a double in the third, driving in two runs to push Crestview ahead 3-1.

The real damage came in the fourth inning, though. The Rebels’ bats were relentless. Braden Devine and Josh Dragovich both walked with the bases loaded, each bringing in a run. Hawkins then added to the tally with a sacrifice fly. But the biggest hits came from Caden Booth, who doubled to bring in two more runs, and Jayden Kimble, who followed up with a two-run single.

On the mound, Zach Davis turned in a solid performance to earn the win, giving up just two runs (one earned) on six hits over five innings, striking out four. The pitching for Champion struggled to keep up, with their starter surrendering 10 runs (nine earned) before being pulled in the fourth.

Crestview was swinging well all game, tallying 13 hits. Drew Dattilio, Devine, Feezle, and Booth each picked up two hits. The lineup showed depth as Dattilio, Feezle, Booth, and Kimble all contributed two RBIs each, highlighting a balanced offensive attack.

For Champion, it was a tougher day at the plate, but Dylan Howell and Carter Boggs each managed to notch two hits. Shane Hixson added an RBI to try to keep things competitive.

The Rebels showed great discipline at the plate, working six walks throughout the game, which certainly helped build their rallies.

Next up, Crestview takes their hot bats on the road to face the Springfield Tigers on Wednesday, riding high from their explosive performance and looking to keep the momentum going.

CHAMPION’S MOMENTUM NOT SLOWING DOWN

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WARREN OH- Champion scored 13 runs in the third inning, which helped them defeat Crestview 17-6 on Tuesday at Champion High School. Hailey Householder singled, scoring one run, Bella Weber singled, scoring three runs, Maddison Sylvester singled, scoring two runs, Gabrielle Gradishar tripled, scoring one run, Addison Warzala doubled, scoring one run, Isabella Meyer doubled, scoring one run, Sam Strock singled, scoring one run, one run scored on another play, Maylee Nadaud singled, scoring one run, and Sylvester singled, scoring one run.

Champion jumped out to the lead in the bottom of the first inning after Meyer singled, scoring one run, and Strock hit a sacrifice fly, scoring two runs. Sadie Halloran hit a solo home run to left field in the top of the second for the Crestview. Gradishar answered and hit a solo home run to left field in the bottom of the second.

Crestview flipped the game on its head in the top of the third, scoring five runs on four hits to take a

6-4 lead. The biggest blow in the inning was a single by Cook that drove in two.

Gradishar earned the win for the Golden Flashes. The righty allowed zero hits and zero runs over two innings, striking out three and walking none. Kerrigan Miller took the loss for Crestview. She went three innings, giving up 17 runs (14 earned) on 15 hits, striking out three and walking four. Strock stepped in the circle first for Champion. The right-handed pitcher allowed eight hits and six runs (two earned) over three innings, striking out one and walking none.

The Flashes piled up 17 hits in the game. Sylvester, the number nine hitter, led the way with three runs batted in. She went 2-for-3 on the day. Householder led with three hits in four at bats. Warzala, Gradishar, Strock, Meyer, and Nadaud each collected multiple hits. Meyer stole two bases. Champion turned one double play in the game.

FEEZLE SHINES AS REBELS TRUMP CHAMPION

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COLUMBIANA, OH-In a MVAC thrilling showdown on Monday, the Crestview Rebels showcased their pitching talents and offensive firepower, securing a hard-fought 3-1 win over Champion.

Ethan Feezle’s standout performance on the mound, coupled with clutch hits from Drew Dattilio and others, propelled the Rebels to victory in a game marked by tense moments and standout plays.

Feezle took center stage as the starting pitcher for Crestview, delivering a masterful performance that left Champion batters struggling to find their rhythm. With an impressive 11 strikeouts over seven innings, Feezle showcased his command and control, surrendering just one run on five hits while issuing seven walks.

Both teams demonstrated strength on the mound, but Feezle ultimately proved to be the difference-maker for Crestview.

The Rebels wasted no time making their mark, as Feezle’s own single in the bottom of the first inning put Crestview on the scoreboard early. The momentum continued in the third inning, with Dattilio delivering a crucial single to extend the Rebels’ lead to 2-0.

Dattilio’s standout performance at the plate highlighted the depth of Crestview’s lineup, as he led the team with three hits in three at-bats. Luke Julian, Dattilio, and Feezle each contributed with an RBI, while Zach Davis collected two hits to bolster the Rebels’ offensive attack.

For Champion, Carson Fife got the nod to start the game on the bump and went the distance for the Flashes.  Fife’s impressive performance included giving up two earned runs on eight hits, walking one and striking out five Rebels.  Fife would also drive in the only run of the game offensively for Champion while putting together a two-hit performance.

As Crestview (7-0) looks ahead to their next matchup against Champion on Tuesday, April 16th, they will look to take a season series and continue a great start to the season.

CHAMPION PERSISTS PAST THE PANTHERS

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WARREN OH- Gabrielle Gradishar struck out 11 batters as they led Champion  past Perry 4-1 on Saturday at Champion High School. Gradishar surrendered three hits and one run over seven innings while walking one.

The Flashes got on the board in the bottom of the first inning after Sam Strock grounded out, and Hailey Householder singled, each scoring one run. They added one run in the third after Isabella Meyer doubled. Gradishar also hit a solo home run to left field in the bottom of the fifth.

Gradishar and Meyer each collected two hits for Champion. Gradishar, Strock, and Meyer each drove in one run on the day.