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RAMANI ROCKIN IN THE CIRCLE

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CAMPBELL OH- When talking about the world of high school sports every personality imaginable should
be expected to be encountered at some point. This also provides an opportunity to see the next generation of young people grow up before all of our very eyes. Many talented kids with many diverse backgrounds, showing there is always more than one path to success. But what about an underclassmen with the skills and a maturity beyond their years to match?

Look no further than Campbell-Memorial sophomore Ramani Adams! One of the most respectful and well-spoken young ladies in the area, but do not let her kindness fool you, as she is rapidly rockin out the circle as The Red Devils ace for seasons to come! With her battery partner and cousin, MiLeena Williams, Ramani Adams has posted a 4-2 record with a 2.26 ERA and 41 strikeouts in 40 2/3 innings of work, averaging a strikeout an inning at the time of this article!

Flanked by her mother, full-time coach and number one fan, Raelene, Ramani has quickly become one of the top athletes and leading voices at Campbell-Memorial as she blazes a new path for women’s sports in Red Devil Country!

YSNs Ty Bartell got the opportunity to sit down with the sophomore and chat about the season so far, the biggest hurdles she had to overcome, the relationship with her mom and softball over the years and so much more! You do not want to miss out on this edition of Player Profile with Ramani Adams, exclusively on YSN!

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WARRIORS COME OUT THE WEEKEND ON A POSITIVE NOTE

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CANFIELD OH- West Branch wrapped up their weekend at the JoAnne Kernan Classic with an impressive 10-0 victory over Erie McDowell.

The West Branch offense came out firing on all cylinders, led by Mikayln Woods and Addie Craven, who both went 3-for-4 at the plate. Woods contributed three RBIs and scored two runs, while Craven added two RBIs and scored twice herself. Sarah Schmidt went 2-for-3 with an RBI and a run scored, and Matti Hawk scored two runs.

On the mound, Klary McKay delivered a dominant performance, pitching 5.1 innings, allowing only one hit, and striking out six batters.

With this win, West Branch finished the tournament with a 2-1 record, showcasing their potent offense and solid pitching.

URSULINE MAKES IT A TWO WIN WEEKEND

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CANFIELD OH- Ursuline wrapped up their successful run at the JoAnne Kernan Classic with another win, defeating Geneva 9-5 on Saturday.

The Ursuline offense came out strong, with multiple players making significant contributions. Arianna Schiavonne led the way, going 2-for-3 at the plate with three RBIs and a run scored. Gia Schiavonne also had a solid performance, going 2-for-4 with two RBIs and two runs scored. Katie Koulianos added two RBIs, while Erika Pert and Lilly Ditz each scored two runs.

On the mound, Bella Zamaria started for Ursuline, pitching 3.0 innings and striking out six batters while allowing three earned runs. Lilly Ditz came in relief and pitched the remaining 4 innings, allowing four hits and no earned runs.

With this win, Ursuline concluded the tournament with a perfect 2-0 record, showcasing their strong offense and solid pitching.

BOARDMAN SALVAGES THE WEEKEND

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CANFIELD OH- Boardman wrapped up their weekend at the JoAnne Kernan Classic with a victory, as they defeated Eastlake North 10-7 in their final game on Saturday.

The Boardman offense came out swinging, with multiple players contributing to the scoring. Tori Strines led the charge, going 2-for-2 at the plate, including a home run, two RBIs, and two runs scored. Maddie Wymer and Kaitie Pellin each added two RBIs, while Leah Habeger chipped in with two RBIs and a run scored. Alex Ward also contributed with a hit, a walk, and two runs scored.

On the mound, Tori Strines delivered a solid performance, pitching all 7.0 innings for Boardman. She struck out nine batters and allowed only two earned runs, helping to secure the win for her team.

Boardman’s win in their final game of the tournament was a positive end to the weekend, showcasing their offensive firepower and strong pitching.

CARDINALS CAP OFF KERNAN CLASSIC IN STYLE

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CANFIELD OH- Canfield wrapped up their JoAnne Kernan Classic on a high note, delivering a dominant performance against Erie McDowell with a commanding 10-0 victory on Saturday afternoon.

The Canfield offense came alive with multiple players contributing to the scoring. Marina Koenig led the charge, going 3-for-4 at the plate, including a home run and two RBIs. Sydney Lutz went 2-for-3 with two RBIs and two runs scored, while Macey Kalina also had a big day, going 2-for-3 with a home run and three RBIs. Sofia Castranova and Faith Morell each contributed two hits, with Castranova adding an RBI and two runs scored.

On the mound, Malena Toth was nothing short of spectacular. The Canfield pitcher tossed a no-hitter over 6.0 innings, striking out an impressive 16 batters and issuing only one walk. The pitching performance stifled Erie McDowell’s offense, allowing Canfield to secure the shutout victory.

Canfield’s dominant win showcased their offensive firepower and pitching prowess, capping off the tournament with an impressive performance.

PLESKA BREAKS RBI RECORD AS CLIPPERS SWEEP THE DAY

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CANFIELD OH- Columbiana showed resilience and determination as they bounced back from a tough loss to sweep their doubleheader on Saturday, defeating Lakeview in a thrilling extra-innings game and then overpowering West Branch.

In the first game against Lakeview, Columbiana’s offense came alive with clutch hits and a walk-off victory. Caitlynn Pleska led the charge, going 3-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored. Mackenzi Gamble contributed with a 2-for-5 performance and two RBIs. Ella Dota played a crucial role, scoring the walk-off run on a fielder’s choice. On the mound, Gamble pitched 3.2 innings, striking out three batters, while Pleska pitched 5.1 innings, allowing no runs and no walks.

Lakeview put up a strong offensive effort, with Paige Schwartz leading the way with a 2-for-4 performance, including two RBIs and a run scored. Isabella Isenberg and Kalyssa Werner also had multiple hits for Lakeview.

In the second game against West Branch, Columbiana continued their offensive momentum. Ella Dota and Caitlynn Pleska both hit home runs to power the team to victory. Dota went 2-for-3 with two RBIs and two runs scored, while Pleska went 1-for-3 with a home run and a run scored. Cameron Perkins and Ava Davanza also contributed RBIs to secure the win.

On the mound, Gamble and Pleska combined for an impressive pitching performance. Gamble pitched 4.0 innings, allowing just one hit and striking out six batters, while Pleska pitched 3.0 innings, allowing four hits and no runs.

Despite the loss, West Branch put up a fight, with Josie Miliken leading the offense with a 2-for-4 performance.

Columbiana’s doubleheader sweep showcased their offensive firepower and resilience, setting a positive tone for the remainder of the season.

VIKINGS SAY SO LONG TO SOLON

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HOWLAND OH- LaBrae had a strong showing at Howland’s Toni Ross Invitational on Saturday, splitting their day with a commanding 14-2 victory over Solon.

In the game against Solon, LaBrae’s offense came alive with powerful hitting performances. Mariah Jones led the charge, going 1-for-2 with a home run, four RBIs, and two runs scored. Vada Allen contributed to the offensive onslaught with a 1-for-2 performance, three RBIs, and one run scored. Morgan Thompson had a standout game, going 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBIs, and one run scored, while Rylee McDonough went 2-for-4 with a home run, two RBIs, and three runs scored.

On the mound, Leah DeArmitt delivered a solid performance, pitching five innings, allowing just three hits, striking out four batters, and conceding only two earned runs.

The victory against Solon showcased LaBrae’s offensive firepower and solid pitching, setting a positive tone for the rest of the invitational.

TIGERS WIN THE DAY AT THE TONI ROSS

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HOWLAND OH- The Howland Tigers had a standout performance at the Toni Ross Invitational on Saturday, securing victories in both of their games with dominant displays on both offense and defense.

In their first game against Solon, the Tigers cruised to a 9-3 win, powered by a strong offensive showing. Brooke Tatar led the charge with a 1-for-3 performance that included a home run and three RBIs. Maya Kubanscek contributed an RBI as well, while Madison Schmitz had an impressive 3-for-4 outing with three runs scored. Alyssa Massucci added to the offensive onslaught with a 1-for-3 performance and two runs scored. Tatar also excelled on the mound, pitching five innings, allowing just one hit, and striking out eight batters to secure the win.

In their second game against LaBrae, Howland’s offense continued to shine as they ran past their opponents with an 11-1 victory. Tatar once again played a pivotal role, going 2-for-3 with two RBIs. Sydney VaNess and Marissa Ray each contributed two RBIs, while Calleigh Luman added another two RBIs to the scoreboard. Tatar also showcased her pitching prowess, throwing three innings, allowing only two hits, and striking out six batters while keeping LaBrae off the scoreboard.

Despite the loss, Mariah Jones provided a bright spot for LaBrae with a 2-for-2 performance, including a home run and an RBI.

With these two impressive wins, Howland demonstrated their strength both offensively and defensively, setting a high standard for the rest of the season.

LAKERS BOUNCE BACK WITH WIN OVER FALCONS

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Jefferson, OH- Macie Payne delivered an outstanding performance at the plate, going 3-for-4 to propel the Pymatuning Valley Lakers to a 6-3 victory over the Jefferson Falcons on Saturday.

Payne’s contributions were pivotal throughout the game, with a double in the third inning, followed by key singles in both the fifth and seventh innings. Her offensive prowess helped ignite the Lakers’ scoring efforts and secure the win.

The Lakers wasted no time seizing the lead, striking in the top of the third inning when Payne’s double drove in two runs, followed by another run scored on a wild pitch.

On the mound, Saige Payne delivered a stellar performance for the Lakers, pitching a complete game and holding the Falcons to just five hits and three runs, all unearned. Saige tallied an impressive nine strikeouts while issuing five walks, showcasing her dominance on the mound.

Despite a solid effort from Jefferson’s starting pitcher, O Lewis, who pitched four innings and allowed three runs on four hits, the Falcons ultimately fell short. Lewis received the loss, striking out three batters and walking three.

Offensively, the Lakers amassed a total of 11 hits, with Kylie Luke, McKenna Jordan, and Mackenzie Kribbs each contributing multiple hits to the Lakers’ offensive barrage. Both Nataleigh Haines and Jordan showcased their speed on the bases, each stealing multiple bases to keep the pressure on the Falcons. In total, the Lakers swiped four bases during the game.

For the Falcons, M Matuz stood out with a 2-for-3 performance at the plate, driving in one run to lead the team’s offensive efforts. R DeMattia drew two walks for Jefferson, while the team displayed discipline at the plate, collecting a total of five walks during the game.

Despite Jefferson’s efforts, the Lakers’ strong defensive performance, coupled with their relentless offense, proved too much to overcome. The Lakers displayed sure-handedness in the field, committing no errors throughout the game, with K Rogers leading the team with eight defensive chances.

With this victory secured, the Pymatuning Valley Lakers look ahead to their next challenge as they prepare to face Grand Valley on Monday, aiming to carry their winning momentum forward.

DREW BLASTS WALK-OFF HOMER TO LIFT SPARTANS PAST HERALDS

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Conneaut, OH- On the final play of the game, the Conneaut Spartans clinched a hard-fought 9-7 victory against the St. John Heralds on Saturday. With the score tied at seven in the bottom of the seventh inning, Maddy Drew sealed the win with a clutch homer to right field, bringing in two runs.

Despite St. John Heralds out-hitting Conneaut by eight to seven, they couldn’t secure the win. Isabelle Holler, Alyssa Cevera, and Rylee Frasure each contributed two hits for the Heralds.

Conneaut got on the scoreboard in the bottom of the first inning courtesy of Drew’s single and subsequent plays, resulting in a run. Frasure’s double in the top of the third helped the Heralds tie the game at two.

However, Conneaut surged ahead in the bottom of the third, with Fix, Drew, and Brown driving in runs to establish a 5-2 lead. Undeterred, the Heralds mounted a comeback in the top of the fourth, scoring five runs, highlighted by Holler’s three-run homer to center field.

Conneaut answered back in the bottom of the fourth, tying the game with a double by Boroski and an error.

Holler took the loss for the Heralds, pitching three and one-third innings and allowing four runs (three earned). Cevera started the game for the Heralds, giving up five runs (two earned) over three innings.

Holler led the Heralds with three RBIs, going 2-for-4 at the plate. Isabelle Stern contributed with two stolen bases, and the Heralds managed to steal a total of six bases. Drew led Conneaut’s offense with four RBIs, going 2-for-4, while Boroski, and Fix each collected two hits.

Conneaut turned one double play during the game.

The St. John Heralds will face the Windham Bombers in their next game on Sunday. The Conneaut Spartans will play on the road for their next game against the Madison Blue Streaks.