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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.

CARDS SEEING RED IN BOARDMAN

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BOARDMAN OH- What a stellar performance on the softball diamond! Canfield came out swinging and never looked back, shutting out Boardman with a commanding 6-0 victory.

Leah Figueroa was the standout for Canfield, notching three hits in four at-bats and driving in a crucial run in the first inning to set the tone for the game. And let’s not forget about Malena Toth, who was an absolute force on the mound, striking out an impressive 14 batters while keeping Boardman’s offense at bay with just three hits allowed over seven solid innings.

Boardman’s Tori Strines did her best to keep pace in the circle, but Canfield’s relentless offense proved to be too much to handle. Despite a valiant effort, Strines surrendered five runs over five and one-third innings.

Canfield’s bats were on fire, tallying 11 hits in the game, with Jenna Triveri contributing two of her own. And with Figueroa leading the charge in the field with 11 chances and no errors, Canfield’s defense was rock-solid all game long.

Boardman had some bright spots too, with Alex Ward leading the charge with two hits, but Canfield’s dominance on both offense and defense ultimately sealed the deal. With performances like this, Canfield is definitely a team to watch out for as the season heats up.

WARRIORS GET REDEMPTION IN FALCONS REMATCH

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Story by Larry Jennings

Jefferson, OH- In a game marked by solid execution and skill, the Edgewood Warriors secured a convincing 6-0 win against the Jefferson Area Falcons on Thursday. The Warriors demonstrated their strength and ability on the softball field throughout the matchup.

Right from the start, the Warriors asserted themselves, scoring their first run in the opening inning when McKenna Rhodes grounded out. They continued to build on their lead in the second inning, with Natalie Ianetta’s double adding to their advantage.

Pitcher Lucianna Paolillo played a significant role in Edgewood’s success, effectively limiting the Falcons’ offense. Paolillo’s precise pitching kept Jefferson to just two hits over seven innings, with two strikeouts and no walks.

Jefferson’s pitcher, Ada Sirrine, faced a tough challenge against Edgewood’s lineup. Despite her efforts, Sirrine allowed six runs, three of which were earned, on 14 hits during the game, showcasing her resilience in the face of strong opposition.

Edgewood’s offense was relentless, tallying an impressive 14 hits overall. Luciano Paolillo and Natalie Ianetta stood out with three hits each, contributing significantly to the team’s performance.

The Warriors’ offensive contributions were spread across the lineup, with multiple players driving in runs. Mackenna Rhodes, Luciano Paolillo, Natalie Ianetta, Addison Lamson, and Carly Kray each contributed an RBI, highlighting the team’s collective effort.

Although Jefferson put up a fight, they ultimately couldn’t match Edgewood’s firepower. Gianna Iannetta, McKenna Vencil, and Avery Vencil led the Warriors’ offensive efforts with multiple hits each.

With this win secured, the Edgewood Warriors turn their attention to their upcoming game against Berkshire on Friday, aiming to maintain their momentum. Meanwhile, the Jefferson Falcons will regroup as they prepare to face Howland in their next matchup.

LADY LAKERS SUFFER FIRST DEFEAT IN WALK-OFF BY MUSTANGS

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Vienna, OH- In a heartbreaking finish, the Pymatuning Valley Lakers found themselves on the wrong side of a 3-2 defeat to the Mathews Mustangs on Thursday, falling victim to a walk-off hit in the bottom of the eighth inning.

Despite the loss, both teams showcased strong pitching performances. Mathews’ pitchers recorded an impressive 18 strikeouts, while the Lakers’ pitching staff managed to retire four Mathews batters.

Mathews took an early lead in the second inning when M. Hufford launched a solo home run to center field. However, the Lakers rallied in the top of the third as Nataleigh Haines delivered a clutch single, bringing in two runs and giving Pymatuning Valley the lead at 2-1.

The game took a dramatic turn in the bottom of the seventh when A. Shugart’s home run tied the score at two runs apiece. Mathews then secured the win in the bottom of the eighth.

O. Matheny earned the win for Mathews, pitching a solid eight innings and striking out 18 batters. Meanwhile, Saige Payne took the loss for the Lakers, pitching seven and one-third innings and allowing three runs (two earned) on six hits.

Haines led the Lakers’ offensive effort with two RBIs, while leadoff hitter Allison Clark contributed three hits in four at-bats.

For Mathews, R. Paddock led the way with two hits from the leadoff position, and Newsome, Hufford, and Shugart each drove in a run.

Despite the defeat, the Lakers displayed solid defense, committing no errors throughout the game. However, Mathews’ strong pitching and timely hitting ultimately decided the outcome.

The Pymatuning Valley Lakers look to bounce back in their next game against Harding on Friday, aiming to turn the tide and secure a victory

WATTS FINDS PERFECTION TO GIVE LOUISVILLE THEIR FIRST LOSS

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LOUISVILLE OH- The Austintown-Fitch Falcons softball team handed The Louisville Leopards their first loss of the season by a score of 10-0 in seven innings. Charged by a Sydnie Watts perfect game, her fourth in her high school career, The Falcons jumped ahead early with a four run top of the first with two-run blasts by both Abby Toth, her first of the season and Morgan Roby, her first over-the-fence in high school, to give Fitch the early 4-0 advantage.

Supplying more offense in the top of the second, The Falcons senior shortstop Ayla Ray belted a two-run shot, her team-leading eighth of the season, bringing in RBI 23 and 24 which also leads the team! Watts mirrored the bottom of the second inning with the bottom of the first as she struck out two batters and forced one popup to get through to clean frames with The Falcons up 6-0 over The Leopards.

Fitch added a run in in the top of the fifth when Kylie Folkwein crushed her third home run of the season as she sent a towering shot over the pine tree in left-center field! Through five innings, Fitch led 7-0.
The final runs of the game came in the top of the seventh when Sydnie Watts continued her games with a home run streak to three with a three-run shot to left, her fourth of the year, putting Austintown up 10-0. Watts would be even more impressive in the bottom of the seventh when she struck out two batters, totaling 12, to complete her fourth perfect game and 13th no-hitter in her high school career, doing it in just 72 pitches! As The Georgia Tech commit continues to dazzle.

Austintown-Fitch (9-1) will now get some rest after winning three games in three days when they travel to Boardman (7-5) on Monday, April 22nd with a 5 p.m. first pitch. Meanwhile,

Louisville (10-1) will look to bounce back against GlenOak (4-2) when they host The Golden Eagles on Friday, April 19th.

Stay updated with both Austintown-Fitch and Louisville softball all season long with coverage of live games, scores, stats, stories and more on YSN!

POLAND LETS OUT FRUSTRATION

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POLAND OH- It was a commanding win for the Poland on Thursday after suffering back to back losses against Lakeview. They brought the heat against Girard, coming away with a dominant 17-1 victory that showcased their offensive prowess.

Leading the charge was Leanne Williams, who was an absolute powerhouse at the plate, driving in four runs on two hits. Her double in the second inning alone brought home three runs, setting the tone for the Bulldogs’ explosive offense.

And speaking of explosive, Poland exploded for 10 runs in the third inning, leaving Girard in the dust. It was a team effort, with contributions from players like Leanna Boccieri, Mary Brant, Lillian McDonald, and Cassie Blanch, just to name a few.

On the mound, Olivia Horn held it down for Poland, tossing three solid innings and allowing zero runs while striking out three. Girard’s Brooklyn Broll did her best to keep pace, but the Bulldogs’ relentless offense proved to be too much to handle.

Despite the loss, Girard had some bright spots, with players like Ivory Hewitt leading the charge with one RBI. But in the end, it was Poland’s day to shine, with Brant leading the team with three hits and Horn adding two of her own.

With their patience at the plate and dominant performance on both offense and defense, Poland Seminary Bulldogs are definitely a force to be reckoned with in the softball world.

FITCH COMES OUT SWINGING

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AUSTINTOWN OH-  Fitch came out swinging and never looked back on Wednesday night, taking down Warren Harding with an impressive 15-5 victory, improving their record to a solid 8-1.

The pitching duo of Sydnie Watts and Vita Kelty held it down for Fitch, with Watts striking out a whopping 11 batters over 4 and 1/3 innings before Kelty came in to close it out with 2 strikeouts of her own.

On the offensive side, it was a team effort for Fitch, with Kailana Ray leading the charge with 4 singles and an RBI, not to mention an impressive 5 stolen bases. Ayla Ray wasn’t far behind, smashing 2 homers and driving in 4 runs, while Abby Toth racked up 2 doubles.

But the hits didn’t stop there. Lily Stevens, Kylie Folkwein, Sydnie Watts, Morgan Roby, Samantha Severn, and Rachel Spalding all contributed with singles of their own, with Watts even adding a double and a homer to the mix.

The Raiders put up a fight with homers from Azarriah Phillips, Breasia Butler, and Alicia Vaughn, but in the end, Fitch’s relentless offense and dominant pitching proved to be too much to handle.

LAKEVIEW TAKES CARE OF MIDWEEK DOUBLEHEADER

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Lakeview was able to take care of a doubleheader against Niles on Wednesday. They came out swinging in Game 1, piling on a whopping 12 runs in the first inning alone, leaving Niles in the dust with a 12-0 shutout. Mackenzie Stowe’s homer was the cherry on top of that offensive explosion, and Paige Schwartz was untouchable on the mound, striking out seven and not giving up a single run over three solid innings.

And talk about bringing the heat in Game 2! The Bulldogs weren’t content with just one offensive showcase, pouring on another eight runs in the first inning en route to a 12-2 victory. Isabella Isenberg and Mackenzie Stowe kept the hits coming, with Stowe even blasting an inside-the-park homer.

Ava Bacon held it down in the circle, allowing just two hits and one earned run while striking out six. With 12 hits in the game, including multiple hits from Kennedy Bartlett, Stowe, Izzy Haines, and Kalyssa Werner, the Bulldogs were firing on all cylinders.

But it wasn’t just about the hits; the Bulldogs showed discipline at the plate, working the count and drawing six walks throughout the game. With solid pitching, stellar defense, and an explosive offense, it’s no wonder Lakeview Varsity Bulldogs came away with two big wins on the day.

WRECK IT WILLIAMS

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By Ty Bartell

CAMPBELL OH- When you talk about the position of catcher in softball, you talk about someone you
know can be a leader both on and off the field. Not necessarily someone who has to show leadership through their voice, but how they carry themselves on a day-to-day basis through their actions. Campbell Memorial junior MiLeena Williams is that leader of high character!

Through her early years of catching for Struthers stud Nicolina Pezzone to her own cousin at Campbell in Ramani Adams, Williams has had to catch a good amount of talent out of the circle and has excelled no matter where she is or what sport she is playing! Batting a mind-boggling .500 this season, Williams has amassed seven extra-base hits in just eight games this season, effectively wrecking any softball that dares get thrown her way!

Not only this season, but in her career, Williams has gone 91-for-167 good enough for a .545 career batting average, one of the top hitters in the entire area! However, if you talk with Williams you may not know it. Humble in her roots, Williams exudes confidence rather than cockiness as she never seems in doubt of her skillset.

Although her talent and growth as a player have been nothing short of incredible, it has been Williams growth as a person that has been even more special to witness. Becoming an everyday leader and voice, not just for Campbell-Memorial High School, but for an entire community that stands behind her.

YSNs Ty Bartell got the opportunity to chat with the Campbell catcher about the season, her growth and the goals she has set from here. Do not miss out on this edition of Player Profile, exclusively on YSN!

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BEAVERS SHOW STRENGTH ON THE ROAD

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EAST PALESTINE OH- Beaver Local hit the road to East Palestine and showed no mercy, taking home a decisive 15-5 victory. Tori Druschel was the star of the show for the Beavers, knocking in three runs with a solid 2-for-5 performance at the plate.

But she wasn’t alone in the offensive onslaught. Tatum Duncan and Megan Henrich both came up big with multiple hits and two RBI each, while Kamryn Young sealed the deal with a monster three RBI double.

Henrich wasn’t just tearing it up with the bat, though. She also dominated in the circle, striking out four, walking none, and only giving up one earned run. Now, that’s what you call a complete performance.

On the other side, Maddison Foster and Emma Gingher did their best to keep East Palestine in the game, knocking in two RBI each. Leila Martin and Gabby Andre also had strong showings at the plate, both going 2-for-3, with Andre adding an RBI to the mix.

But despite their efforts, Beaver Local proved to be too much to handle on this day. And guess what? They’re gearing up for a rematch on Thursday, this time on their home turf. It’s shaping up to be another epic showdown you won’t want to miss.