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QUAKERS RALLY IN WILD ONE

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SALEM, OH- What a comeback it was for the Salem Quakers! On Monday, they overcame a hefty seven-run deficit to claim a resounding 20-10 victory against the Minerva Lions.

From the get-go, it was clear this game was going to be a slugfest. The Lions roared into the lead early, with Braydon Wood and Gaven Aquino delivering crucial hits that quickly piled up runs in the first inning. But the Quakers weren’t about to let this game slip away that easily.

Lance Bailey was the spark the Quakers needed, smashing a three-run homer that instantly got them back into the game. But the real magic happened in the second inning when the Quakers turned the tables dramatically. They racked up eight runs, with Colin Riesen’s clutch double bringing in two crucial runs that helped Salem take an 11-7 lead.

The hits just kept coming. Riesen was unstoppable at the plate, contributing heavily to the team’s impressive 16-hit tally. Trenton McCoy and the rest of the lineup showed patience and strategic acumen, working walks and stealing bases with a gusto that kept the pressure on Minerva.

Pitching was key too. Cyle Burt stepped up in relief, stabilizing the game and holding the Lions at bay, despite a rocky start from the Quakers’ pitching staff. Bailey also shone in his relief stint, tossing two scoreless innings and striking out four.

Minerva’s lineup had its moments, with Aquino leading the charge with three hits. Wood and Logan Frigyes were also notable contributors, driving in runs and keeping the game competitive.

As the dust settled, the Quakers walked off with not just a win but a statement about their resilience and firepower. Next, they’ll be looking to carry this momentum into their upcoming game against the Carrollton Varsity Warriors. If Monday’s game was any indicator, that one’s not to be missed either!

CARROLLTON SPOILS SALEM HOME OPENER

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SALEM OH- The Salem Quakers took the field for the first time this year on their home field. Oh, what a beautiful field it is with a new infield & fence. They say you look good, you play good. That’s exactly what the defense did despite the 1-0 loss.

Sophomore Morgane Blaine went the distance in the circle allowing just 1 run, striking out 5 & walking just 1. She kept the Warriors off balance throughout & made them hit her pitches. Another great performance from pitch caller & battery mate Channing Toy. No wild pitches / no passed balls.

Bella Brant & Hadley Carlisle each made great plays on the corners of the infield on some hard shots. Lauryn Barton chased down a ball in the gap from her centerfield position.

Offensively Salem struggled as a team to find the gaps. The Quaker offense didn’t strike out once on evening. Channing Toy drew the only two walks in the game. Morgane Blaine & Lauryn Barton each singled.

In the first inning Salem knocked on the door loading the bases with one out before hitting into a double play. In the final frame (7th) Bella Brant led off with a singled followed up with a single from Lainey Thorpe. With runners at 2nd & 3rd & two outs the Carrollton pitcher made a great play on a ball hit hard up the middle to make the final out. A heart breaking loss but Salem looks to get back in the win column tomorrow vs Alliance at home.

Salem is 1-1 now in conference play. It was awesome seeing softball alumni represent in the stands. Thanks Alyssa, Mack, Dorothy, Hannah, Bailee & Brooke!

*Contributed By Michael Thorpe at salemathletics.org

QUAKERS EDGE OUT FIRST CONFERENCE WIN

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SALEM OH- It would have been easy for the Quakers to have a let down after in the top of the 5th inning Minerva erased the 3-0 Salem lead scoring 5 runs. Salem would answer with 7 runs of their own in the bottom of the 5th inning.

Morgane Blaine was the starting pitcher for Salem & the sophomore had precision control throughout. She struck out 9 Lions in the game while walking just one batter. Of the 8 runs scored by Minerva just two were earned.

Channing Toy set the tone with a leadoff double to start the bottom of the 1st inning. She would score in that frame. Lauryn Barton bunted her way on base  & Emilee Lewis hit an rbi single to plate Lo Dawg. Up 2-0 into the bottom of the 3rd inning, Salem would push their lead to 3-0 in the bottom of the thirds inning as Hadley Carlisle would send a absolute shot to right field for a D-I-N-G-E-R !!!

Minerva scored 5 runs in the top half of the 5th to take the 5-3 lead. That lead wouldn’t last long as Salem scored 7 runs in the bottom of the 5th. In that frame Mikayla Sneltzer, Channing Toy & Paige Menough all had doubles. Bella Brant, Morgane Blaine & Lauryn Barton all had a hit in the inning too. Mave Johnson & Kassidy Swanson each scored a run in the 5th as well.

Channing Toy threw out another thief trying to steal a base. Lauryn Barton & Emilee Lewis both stole a base for Salem. Hadley Carlisle defensively had 8 chances in the field with 0 errors. Barton would end her evening with 3 hits.

Salem continues league play (Home) with Alliance on Friday

*Contributed By Michael Thorpe at salemathletics.org

SALEM SNAGS SEASON’S FIRST WIN

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PIGEON FORGE TN- Salem started their trip down to Tennessee off with a positive note on Monday taking down North Baltimore 7-2.

A Channing Toy triple helped the Quakers get on the board in the first inning.  The Quakers would then keep their foot on the gas in the second frame blowing up for 4 more runs. Morgane Blaine, Mave Johnson, Paige Menough & Mikayla Sneltzer would all score. Emilee Lewis, and Mikayla Sneltzer had big hits to charge the offense.

Lewis, and Lauryn Barton both had multiple hits on the day for the Quakers. They were joined by great performances from Morgane Blainey, Hadley Carlisle, Lainey Thorpe, and Mave Johnson.   Blainey set the tone in the circle for Salem.  She only allowed 4 hits to the North Baltimore offense.

CLIPPERS MAKING A LOT OF NOISE

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COLUMBIANA OH- Columbiana defeated Salem 10-0 on Monday thanks in part to six runs in the fifth inning. Caitlynn Pleska hit a solo home run to right field, Mackenzi Gamble hit a solo home run to center field, Anna Yonker singled, scoring one run, Ella Dota drew a walk, scoring one run, and Lewis induced Cameron Perkins to hit into a fielder’s choice, but one run scored.

Columbiana got on the board in the first inning after Ava Davanzo singled, scoring two runs.

The Clippers added to their early lead in the bottom of the third inning after Salem committed an error, and Pleska hit a sacrifice fly, each scoring one run.

Gamble earned the win for Columbiana. She gave up one hit and zero runs over five innings, striking out seven and walking none.

Gamble and Pleska were a force together in the lineup, as they each collected two hits. Davanzo and Pleska each drove in two runs. Perkins stole two bases.

Columbiana didn’t commit a single error in the field. Perkins had the most chances in the field with eight.

SALEM SOFTBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH MICHAEL THORPE

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SALEM OH- Quaker country, are you ready for spring? The girls that lace up their gloves on the softball diamond sure are.  The Quakers have a squad that is overflowing with returning experience that is hungry to prove that they belong in the local conversation.  You’ll find plenty of young experienced players that not only promise to do great things for Salem this year, but also for years to come.  They’ll create the building blocks to keep the program alive and well.

Salem is once again led by head coach Michael Thorpe. He was gracious enough to take the time to talk about the upcoming season with YSN’s Anthony Hartwig. They talk about the big names to watch for, what positions are open for someone to take, and much more. Check out Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Michael Thorpe exclusively on YSN!

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CARDINALS SLIP BY SALEM FOR SECOND STRAIGHT SEASON

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UNIONTOWN OH- In a hard-fought battle that kept fans on the edge of their seats, Canfield took a significant step closer to their championship aspirations with a gritty 43-35 victory over Salem in the district semifinal showdown on Wednesday. The game remained deadlocked at 29-29 heading into the fourth quarter, setting the stage for a thrilling finish.

Leading the charge for Canfield was Camie Dill, who delivered a stellar performance with a game-high 14 points, showcasing her scoring prowess and clutch play when it mattered most. Carly Fleming also made significant contributions with 11 points, while Cami Hritz added 6 points to bolster Canfield’s offensive attack.

Salem put up a formidable fight, with Reese Davidson-Chuck leading the way with 13 points, followed closely by Rylee Hutton with 11 points and Maddy Andres with 7 points. However, it wasn’t enough to overcome Canfield’s resilience and determination down the stretch.

With the win, Canfield punches their ticket to the District Final on Saturday, where they will face off against Akron St. Vincent St. Mary. The highly anticipated matchup is scheduled for 7:00 at Uniontown Lake High School, as Canfield looks to continue their postseason journey with hopes of capturing championship glory.

HUTTON HITS MILESTONE IN SALEM’S UPSET VICTORY

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In an upset that sent shockwaves through the tournament, Salem pulled off a remarkable victory on the road against Perry to claim the sectional championship. The Quakers showcased their defensive prowess, stifling Perry’s offense en route to a hard-fought 34-27 win.

Adding to the excitement of the victory, Salem’s Rylee Hutton reached a significant milestone, surpassing 1000 career points in the midst of the team’s triumph. Despite entering the tournament as the 30th seed, Salem has been on a remarkable tear, riding a four-game winning streak characterized by tenacious defense and resilient performances.

Incredibly, Salem’s defensive dominance has been a key factor in their recent success, as they have held their opponents to under 45 points in each of their last four victories. Notably, two of the teams they defeated during this stretch, Fitch and Springfield, are still alive in the tournament, underscoring Salem’s ability to compete with the best.

Looking ahead, Salem sets their sights on the district semifinal showdown against Canfield. The highly anticipated matchup is scheduled for Wednesday at Uniontown Lake, with tip-off slated for approximately 7:30.

SALEM TAMES WILDCATS IN OPENING ROUND

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SALEM, OH- In a local  OHSAA tournament showdown, the 30th-ranked Lady Quakers triumphed over the 39th-ranked Struthers with a solid 49-38 victory, securing their ticket to the second round.

Rylee Hutton emerged as the star of the game, delivering an impressive performance with a game-high 29 points, leading her team to victory. Adding to the Quakers’ success, Lauryn Barton contributed 8 points, playing a pivotal role in securing the win.  Hutton is 11 points shy of the 1000 career point mark heading into the second round.

Despite the efforts of the Struthers squad, led by Gianna Martin’s 17 points and Emma Morris’ 10, they couldn’t overcome the Lady Quakers’ determined play.

Looking ahead, the Lady Quakers now set their sights on a challenging match-up against the #14 seed Perry Pirates. The showdown is set for Saturday, February 24th, at 1pm at Perry, promising to be an exciting clash between two formidable teams as the tournament action heats up.

FOLGER BREWING UP SUCCESS

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SALEM OH- Sophomore Ryan Folger has brought a wave of excitement and enthusiasm to the Salem swim program, making history as the first male swimmer in school history to qualify for the state championships. His achievement marks a significant milestone for Salem, with Folger being the first overall swimmer to reach the state level since 2000.

Folger’s journey to state has been fueled by his unwavering determination and relentless pursuit of excellence. After narrowly missing the cut last season, he dedicated himself to rigorous training and focused on improving his performance in the pool. His hard work paid off, as he secured qualification for the state championships this year in the 200 breaststroke and the 400 individual medley, cementing his status as one of Salem’s top swimmers.

In addition to his impressive state qualification, Folger has left an indelible mark on Salem’s swimming program by setting multiple school records. With records in the 50, 100, 200, and 500 freestyle, as well as the 200 Individual Medley, 100 Breaststroke, and 100 Butterfly, Folger has established himself as a standout performer in a variety of events. His versatility and skill in the pool have set him apart from his peers and positioned him as a force to be reckoned with in the swimming community.

Despite his already impressive list of accomplishments, Folger remains humble and hungry for success. With two more years left in his high school career, he is poised to achieve even greater heights in the pool. His dedication, work ethic, and passion for swimming serve as an inspiration to his teammates and a testament to his potential for future success.

As Ryan Folger continues to make waves at Salem High School, he does so with the knowledge that his journey is just beginning. With his sights set on continued improvement and a bright future ahead, Folger is a rising star in the swimming world, destined for greatness both in and out of the pool.

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