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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.

TIGERS FEELING GOOD AT THE PLATE

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NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- What a game on the softball diamond! Springfield  came out swinging and didn’t let up, taking down Sebring with a commanding 19-3 victory. Gracie Maldonado was the standout, knocking three hits in five at-bats, including some clutch singles that fueled their offense.

The Tigers roared right out of the gate, with Olivia Allen setting the tone with a double in the first to get them on the board. Sebring managed to tie it up briefly, but Springfield wasn’t having any of that. They surged ahead in the second, courtesy of hits from Vanessa Nalevanko and Maldonado.

But the real fireworks came in the fifth inning. Springfield exploded for a whopping 11 runs, with Maldonado, Hannah Stoufer, and Mariah Jones leading the charge with their timely hits. Errors from McKinley added fuel to the fire, and Springfield capitalized on every opportunity.

Caitlin Blankenship held it down on the mound for the Tigers, giving up just four hits and three runs, none of them earned, over five solid innings. Allison Hoschar did her best for Sebring, but the Tigers’ offense was just too much to handle.

Springfield piled up an impressive 15 hits overall, with Allen leading the charge with four hits of her own. Stoufer and Jones also came up big with multiple hits, while Emily Conner, Maldonado, Jones, Romeo, and Nalevanko wreaked havoc on the base paths with their stolen bases.

Sebring had some bright spots too, with players like Bella Threet and Davianna Bower contributing hits, but in the end, it was Springfield’s day to shine.

HOBAN WINS WILD ONE WITH THE IRISH

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What a wild ride on the diamond! Archbishop Hoban and Ursuline went head-to-head in a softball slugfest, and boy, did it deliver. Taylor Gerring was the shining star, racking up hits like it was nobody’s business, going 4 for 5 at the plate. Doubles, singles, you name it, Gerring nailed it.

But it wasn’t just Gerring stealing the show. The Hoban squad was on fire, banging out a whopping 20 hits, while Ursuline managed a respectable 12.

The Knights wasted no time getting on the board, with Mya Akers kicking things off with a sac fly in the first. Ursuline fired back, taking the lead, but Hoban wasn’t having it. They flipped the script in the second, piling on runs like it was going out of style.

Then came the pivotal fourth inning, where Hoban exploded for five runs, courtesy of seven hits, including a clutch double by Adeline Herstich. And let’s not forget Gulia Scaglione’s moonshot to left field in the fifth, sealing the deal with three more runs.

Gracelyn Schultz held it down on the mound for the Knights, battling through seven innings like a champ. And the hitting heroes? Gerring and Regan were unstoppable, both notching four hits apiece. Scaglione and Akers weren’t far behind, each driving in three runs.

In the end, Archbishop Hoban emerged victorious, clinching the win in a high-scoring showdown for the ages.

COLUMBIANA SHOWS OFF THEIR POWER

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COLUMBIANA OH- Columbiana beat 13-8 on Tuesday. The Clippers got on the board in the bottom of the first inning after Maryn Hepler homered to left field, and Mackenzi Gamble grounded out, each scoring one run. Columbiana scored seven runs on six hits in the bottom of the second inning. Landry Smith doubled, scoring three runs, Caitlynn Pleska doubled, scoring three runs, and Gamble singled, scoring one run. Smith hit a solo home run to left field in the bottom of the fifth.

Gamble earned the win for Columbiana. The starting pitcher gave up two hits and three runs over two and two-thirds innings, striking out four and walking two. Brooklyn Broll took the loss for Girard. She went two innings, allowing nine runs on seven hits, striking out none and walking three. Pleska collected the save.

The Clippers collected 13 hits in the game. Ava Davanzo, Gamble, Hepler, Pleska, and Smith each collected two hits. Gamble, Pleska, and Smith each drove in three runs. Ella Dota stole two bases.

Kyra Bell provided pop in the middle of the lineup, and led Girard with two runs batted in. The cleanup hitter went 2-for-4 on the day. Bell and Caylee Wilkes were a force together in the lineup, as they each collected two hits while hitting back-to-back. The Indians turned one double play in the game. Girard  was sure-handed and didn’t commit a single error. Bell made the most plays with eight.

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.

LOUISVILLE PREVAILS WITH THEIR BATS

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LOUISVILLE OH- Bats were blistered as Louisville topped Lake 16-10 on Tuesday. The Leopards collected 16 hits, while the Blue Streaks had 11. Louisville got on the board in the top of the first inning after Lake committed an error, Bailee Griffith hit into a fielder’s choice, and Leah Claugus grounded out, each scoring one run. A double by Matti Benson extended the Louisville lead to 4-0 in the top of the second inning.

Louisville was able to add three more runs in the top of the fifth inning on four hits. Brooke Haren homered to center field, scoring two runs, and Benson doubled, scoring one run. Lake scored three runs in the bottom of the fifth on a home run to left field by Olivia Draher.

Louisville scored five runs on four hits in the top of the seventh inning. Kaitlin Twinem singled, scoring one run, Benson doubled, scoring two runs, Anna Sirohman singled, scoring one run, and Addy Campbell hit into a double play, but one run scored.

Sirohman earned the win for the Leopards. The righty surrendered three hits and three runs over three innings, striking out three and walking two. Gianna Greathouse took the loss for Lake. The righty went four and one-third innings, allowing 11 runs (SiX earned) on nine hits, striking out one and walking five. Katelyn Miller began the game for Louisville. She surrendered three hits and two runs over two innings, striking out none and walking three. Taylor Schneider appeared in relief.

The Leopards accumulated 16 hits in the game. Benson went 4-for-5 at the plate as the shortstop led the team with four runs batted in. Haren, Sirohman, Griffith, and Twinem each collected multiple hits. Louisville had a strong eye at the plate, collecting six walks for the game.