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LISBON BRINGS THE ENERGY

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LISBON OH- Lisbon put on an offensive clinic on Wednesday night, blasting their way to a commanding 26-1 victory over Leetonia.

The Lisbon offense was firing on all cylinders, with standout performances across the board. Morgan Lively led the charge, going 3 for 4 with 5 RBI and scoring 4 runs herself. Abby Ammon contributed with 2 hits, 4 RBI, and 3 runs scored, while Mariah Householder added 2 hits, 3 RBI, and scored 3 times on top of drawing 2 walks. Kamryn Peruchetti also made her mark, driving in 3 runs, drawing 2 walks, and scoring 3 runs.

On the mound, Lively was just as dominant, pitching 3 innings of one-hit ball, allowing no earned runs while striking out 3 batters.

MCDONALD ONE WIN AWAY FROM ANOTHER LEAGUE TROPHY

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NORTH JACKSON OH- McDonald took another step closer to the MVAC title on Wednesday, defeating Jackson Milton 4-0 and now standing just one win away from clinching a share of the crown, and two wins from the outright championship.

The McDonald offense got things going early, with Lauren O’Leary leading the charge, driving in 3 crucial runs. Isabella O’Brien went 3 for 4 at the plate, while Miley Titus scored twice on her 2 for 4 performance. Jenna Helco and Kayla Helco also contributed to the scoring, each crossing the plate once.

On the mound, O’Brien was lights out, pitching a complete game shutout and allowing only 1 hit while striking out an impressive 14 batters.

For Jackson Milton, Macayle Thornhill managed a double for the lone hit of the game.

Thornhill pitched well for Jackson Milton, going the distance and allowing 3 earned runs on 11 hits while striking out 7 batters.

REBELS ESCAPE WITH A WIN OVER THE FALLS

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COLUMBIANA OH- In a tense defensive battle on Wednesday, Crestview emerged victorious over Newton Falls with a narrow 3-2 win.

The Rebels managed to break the deadlock in the fifth inning, scoring once to take a 3-2 lead, which they held on to for the win.

Chloe Stoops led the Crestview offense, going 1 for 3 with an RBI, while Rylee Cloutier contributed with a 2 for 3 performance at the plate. Madison Frantz and Kerrigan Miller each drove in a run, with Miller also scoring a run herself. Emma Snyder added a hit and a run scored.

On the mound, Snyder was outstanding, pitching a complete game and allowing just 2 hits and 1 earned run while striking out an impressive 12 batters.

For Newton Falls, Abby Wolford scored a run and Kara Heckathorn added a hit.

Addison Garro pitched well for Newton Falls, going 6 innings, allowing 3 earned runs on 5 hits, and striking out 7 batters.

Crestview’s solid defense and clutch hitting secured the victory, maintaining their edge throughout the game and clinching the win in a close contest.

WHEELS UP FOR A CLIPPERS EOAC CHAMPIONSHIP

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HANOVERTON OH- Columbiana didn’t let their chance slip away on Wednesday, as they seized the opportunity to clinch the EOAC title outright with a resounding 13-6 victory over United.

The Clippers’ offense was firing on all cylinders, with standout performances across the board. Caitlynn Pleska led the charge, going a perfect 5 for 5 at the plate with a home run, 6 RBI, and a run scored. Ella Dota contributed with 3 hits, driving in 3 runs and scoring twice, while Maryn Hepler added 2 hits, an RBI, and crossed the plate 5 times. Cameron Perkins, Ava Davanzo, and Landry Smith each had 2 hits apiece, with Smith also driving in a run.

I’m the circle, Mackenzi Gamble pitched a complete game for Columbiana, allowing 8 hits and 6 runs while striking out 5 batters.

United put up a fight, with Sam Lippiatt launching a home run and driving in 2 runs, while Maddie Lucas and Chloe Angelo added 2 hits each. Brittany Miller contributed with an RBI.

SPARTANS FIND A WAY BACK TO SUCCESS

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Boardman bounced back in style on Wednesday with a much-needed win over Southeast, dominating 12-2.

The offense was firing on all cylinders for Boardman, led by Mikayla Rivera and Tori Strines, both hitting home runs. Rivera went 2 for 3 with 3 RBI and scored twice, while Strines contributed with a 2 for 3 performance, adding an RBI and scoring a run. Maddie Wymer had a stellar day at the plate, going 3 for 4 with 2 RBI and crossing the plate twice, while Ava Freeborough also went 2 for 3 with 2 RBI and a run scored. Alex Ward chipped in with a hit, a walk, 2 RBI, and a run scored.

In the circle, Strines delivered a solid performance, pitching 5 innings, allowing 2 earned runs on 6 hits, and striking out an impressive 11 batters.

RAIDERS LAY SIEGE TO STRUTHERS

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CANFIELD OH- South Range put on a show in their conference matchup against Struthers on Wednesday, racing to a dominating 21-0 run-rule victory.

The Raiders’ offense was firing on all cylinders, with Keira Brogan leading the charge by going a perfect 4 for 4 with 3 RBI and scoring 4 runs herself. Giada Pauline contributed with a 2 for 3 performance, driving in 3 runs and scoring twice, while Solena DeJesus went 3 for 4 with 3 RBI and 2 runs scored. Ashley Rupert and Jayli Wilt each had a big day at the plate, with Rupert going 3 for 4 with an RBI and a run scored, and Wilt going 2 for 2 with 2 RBI and 2 runs scored. Anna Aey also made her mark, going 1 for 1 with an RBI and scoring a run.

In the circle, Rupert was lights out, tossing a complete game shutout. In 5 dominant innings, she allowed just 1 hit while striking out 7 batters.

Struthers struggled to get anything going offensively, with Emma Morris recording the lone hit for the team, going 1 for 2.

GRADISHAR COLLECTS CAREER MILESTONES IN CHAMPION WIN

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LEAVITTSBURG OH- Champion notched another impressive MVAC win on Wednesday while also celebrating some major milestones. Gabby Gradishar reached her 100th career hit and her 400th career strikeout in the same game.

At the plate, Gradishar led the charge for Champion, going 2 for 3 with a home run, an RBI, 2 walks, and 2 runs scored. Bella Meyer and Bella Weber each contributed with 2 hits, with Meyer driving in 2 runs and Weber scoring twice. Grace Hadley added another hit and an RBI while drawing a walk and crossing the plate twice. Addie Warzala chipped in with a hit and a walk.

In the circle, Gradishar was dominant, pitching a complete game and allowing just 1 earned run on 5 hits while racking up an impressive 17 strikeouts.

On the LaBrae side, Riley Rowe led the offense with a 2 for 3 performance and scoring a run, while Leah DeArmitt drove in a run. Mariah Jones and Shelby Bragg each contributed with a hit.

In the pitching department, DeArmitt and Rowe combined for 7 innings, surrendering 10 hits and 5 earned runs. Rowe struck out 4 batters, while DeArmitt struck out 1.

LADY LAKERS MAKE IT 9 STRAIGHT WITH WIN OVER BLOOMFIELD

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Photo Credit: Kelly Summers Photography

Bloomfield, OH- Looking to continue an impressive win streak, the Pymatuning Valley Lakers secured a resounding 8-0 victory over the Bloomfield Cardinals on Wednesday.

The Lakers wasted no time in asserting their dominance, with Saige Payne igniting the offense in the first inning by driving in a run with a solid single.

Building on their early momentum, the Lakers surged ahead in the top of the second inning. Allison Clark’s timely single brought in two runs, followed by a powerful triple from Saige Payne, adding another run to the Lakers’ lead. An error by the Cardinals further contributed to the Lakers’ commanding advantage.

The Lakers continued to showcase their offensive prowess in the top of the sixth inning, as Tessa Graves launched a spectacular homer to center field, driving in three runs and extending the Lakers’ lead even further.

On the mound, Mackenzie Kribbs delivered a stellar performance for the Lakers, shutting down the Cardinals’ offense with precision and poise. Kribbs allowed just three hits over seven innings while striking out nine batters and issuing only five walks.

Meanwhile, Bloomfield’s Miller struggled to contain the Lakers’ relentless offense, surrendering 14 hits and eight runs (seven earned) over seven innings of play.

The Lakers’ batting lineup was firing on all cylinders, amassing a total of 14 hits in the game. Macie Payne, Graves, Saige Payne, Clark, and Kasynthia Stockmaster each contributed two hits, with Graves, Saige Payne, and Clark driving in two runs apiece. Kribbs led the Lakers with three walks, while the team demonstrated excellent plate discipline, drawing a total of six walks throughout the game.

In addition to their offensive prowess, the Lakers showcased their speed on the base paths, tallying five stolen bases during the game. Their solid defensive efforts were highlighted by a well-executed double play.

Despite Bloomfield’s efforts, they were unable to match the Lakers’ dominant performance. Gwinn led Bloomfield with two hits, while Doll displayed patience at the plate, drawing two walks.

With this convincing victory, the Pymatuning Valley Lakers extend their winning streak to nine games, improving their season record to an impressive 16-1. The Lakers now set their sights on their next challenge as they prepare to defend their home turf against Chalker on Friday

PIRATES FLUSTER THE FALCONS

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Photo Credit: Tanya Jean Photography

Jefferson, OH- The Jefferson Falcons faced a tough Perry Pirates team on Wednesday at home, ultimately falling short in a 14-1 defeat.

Perry wasted no time asserting their dominance, with Morgan Winters launching a powerful home run to center field in the top of the first inning, setting the tone for the Pirates’ offensive onslaught.

In the second inning, Perry extended their lead with RBI singles from Arianna Rogers and Madeline Infalvi, further cementing their early advantage.

The Pirates continued to pile on the runs in the top of the third, as Rosalyn Tharp’s homer to left field, combined with smart baserunning and errors from the Falcons, allowed Perry to widen the gap.

Jefferson Area Falcons managed to get on the scoreboard in the bottom of the fourth inning when Kennidie Rogers blasted a solo home run to center field, providing a brief spark of offense for the Falcons.

Ada Sirrine took the mound for the Falcons but struggled against Perry’s formidable lineup, surrendering six hits and eight runs (six earned) over three innings of work.

On the other side, Emma Brainard anchored Perry’s pitching, allowing just one run on five hits over five innings, while striking out four batters and showcasing her command on the mound.

Despite the Falcons’ efforts, they were unable to generate enough offense to overcome Perry’s dominant performance. Allison Hill, Kennidie Rogers, and Gabby Barress each collected hits for the Falcons, with Rogers driving in the lone run for Jefferson.

Meanwhile, Perry’s offense was firing on all cylinders, amassing 12 hits in the game. Sydney Collins and Morgan Winters led the charge with three hits apiece, while Tharp, Collins, Madelyn Rupert, and Winters each contributed two RBIs to Perry’s offensive barrage.

With this commanding victory secured, the Perry Pirates look ahead to their next challenge against the Wickliffe Blue Devils, while the Jefferson Falcons prepare for a road matchup against Madison on Thursday.

WARRIORS PLATE PRESENCE TOO MUCH FOR DRAGONS

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Photo Credit: Annie Grace Photography

Story contributor: Larry Jennings

Ashtabula, OH-  Avery Vencill turned in a blistering performance at the plate, going 3-for-3 with 3 RBIs, as the Edgewood Warriors softball team defeated Lakeside 19-3 in a conference matchup on Wednesday.

The Warriors jumped out to an early 4-0 lead after plating runs in the second and third innings. But it was the fourth inning that blew the game wide open. Edgewood sent 14 batters to the plate and scored 13 runs on 8 hits in the frame, batting around the order.
Vencill had a pair of RBI singles in the marathon fourth, while Addison Lamson, Natalie Ianetta, Mckenna Vencill, Lucianna Paolillo, Lilly Walker, and Juliana Gregory also drove in runs during the outburst.
Ianetta went 3-for-5 with a double and a team-high 5 RBIs for Edgewood. Lamson and Mckenna Vencill each collected multiple hits as well for the Warriors, who pounded out 17 hits total.
On the mound, Lucianna Paolillo earned the win, firing three shutout innings while striking out eight. Mckenna Vencill notched the save in relief.
For Lakeside, Lucy Cole, Loni Figueroa, Rosie Briones and Jules Lavender each drove in a run in the losing effort. Emily Mohney took the loss, allowing 6 runs over 2 1/3 innings.
With the state tournament draw looming on May 5th, Edgewood head coach Randy Vencill says his team’s focus remains on capturing the conference title first. “We want to win the Chagrin Valley Lake division. We expect it to come down to us and Madison. But come tournament time, that’s what you work all year for.  We hope to be playing our best ball, which I believe we are.  We just need to keep it up for another couple weeks, and see where we land.”
The Warriors improved to 12-4 overall and will look to stay hot when they travel to Pymatuning Valley on Monday. Lakeside aims to rebound at home against Bristol tomorrow.