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RIDGE ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF PITCHING SHOW

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MINERAL RIDGE OH- In a classic pitchers’ duel on Thursday, Mineral Ridge emerged victorious over Lowellville with a tight 2-0 win.

Mineral Ridge’s offense was led by Xavier Klamer, who drove in the only runs of the game. Gino Novello had a solid day at the plate, going 2-3, while Zack Stacy and Jack Gillie each contributed a hit.

But the real star of the game was Mineral Ridge’s pitching. Nick Anderson was outstanding on the mound, tossing a complete game shutout. Anderson allowed just 2 hits, struck out 7 batters, and didn’t surrender any earned runs.

Lowellville struggled to generate offense against Anderson’s dominant performance. Tyler Tuscano and Kasen Smith each managed a hit, but the team couldn’t capitalize on their opportunities.

On the mound for Lowellville, Liam Bartlett also had a strong outing, pitching 6 innings, allowing 2 earned runs on 4 hits, and striking out an impressive 11 batters.

In the end, Mineral Ridge’s stellar pitching and timely hitting secured the win in this tightly contested matchup, keeping their momentum going strong.

RAMS RUMBLE ON TO ELEVENTH WIN

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MINERAL RIDGE OH- Mineral Ridge completely owned the MVAC game on Thursday, smashing Springfield in just 5 innings with a big 15-4 win.

In the Mineral Ridge offense, Laney Rigley did some serious damage, going 2-2 with 5 RBI and scoring 4 runs. Aaliyah Wall was on fire too, batting 2-3 with 4 RBI, a walk, and crossing the plate once. Savannah Turek chipped in with 2 hits, 2 RBI, and 2 runs scored. Lily Merolillo got in on the action with a hit, an RBI, and 3 runs scored. Sullivan Sandy got on base twice with walks, driving in a run and scoring 3 times.

In the circle, Lily Merolillo held it down, going the distance with 5 innings pitched, 7 hits, 3 earned runs, and striking out 6.

On Springfield’s side, Mariah Jones swung hot, going 2-2 with an RBI and scoring a run. Rachel Malatok also had a good day at the plate, getting 2 hits. Gina Romeo and Emily Conner contributed with an RBI each. It

BLUE DEVILS COMEBACK AND WALK IT OFF

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MCDONALD OH- In a thrilling matchup on Tuesday night, McDonald softball found themselves in a battle against Mineral Ridge, needing to mount a comeback from a 4-0 deficit to secure a walk-off victory in extras, winning 5-4.

McDonald’s offense showed resilience as they fought their way back into the game. Isabella O’Brien led the charge, going 3-5 at the plate with 2 crucial RBIs, including the game-winning single in extra innings. Aubrey Evans also contributed with a 3-4 performance, driving in a run. Bri McCombs and Gianna Mancini added RBIs of their own, while Miley Titus went 1-4 and scored 2 runs.

On the mound, Isabella O’Brien stepped up in relief, pitching 4 innings of stellar ball, allowing no hits, no runs, and striking out 8 Mineral Ridge batters. Bri McCombs also pitched well, going 4 innings and striking out 4, despite giving up 4 runs on 4 hits.

Mineral Ridge put up a strong fight, with Aaliyah Wall leading the offense with a 2-4 performance and scoring a run. Sydney Wylie and Lily Merolillo also contributed with hits, while Maddie Gerberry and Maggie Collins each drove in a run.

Mineral Ridge’s pitching put up a solid effort, with the team combining for 7.2 innings, allowing 10 hits and 3 earned runs while striking out 4 McDonald batters.

In the end, McDonald’s comeback effort paid off, securing them a hard-fought victory over Mineral Ridge in extra innings. The win showcased McDonald’s determination and ability to rally when facing adversity, further solidifying their position as a competitive force in their league.

MCDONALD NOT MESSING AROUND

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MINERAL RIDGE OH- McDonald came out swinging on Monday night, delivering a resounding 21-0 victory over a quality Mineral Ridge team.

The McDonald offense was firing on all cylinders, with standout performances from Kayla Helco, Lauren O’Leary, Isabella O’Brien, Bri McCombs, Gianna Mancini, and Marissa Colarich. Helco went 2-4 with 4 RBI, while O’Leary contributed 3 RBI, 1 walk, and scored 4 runs. O’Brien showed her power with a home run, 3 RBI, and 4 runs scored, while McCombs and Mancini each collected 3 hits and multiple RBI. Colarich added to the onslaught with 3 hits, 2 RBI, and 3 runs scored.

On the mound, O’Brien was untouchable, pitching a flawless game. In her 5 innings of work, she didn’t allow a single hit, recorded 11 strikeouts, and only issued 1 walk, securing a no-hitter for McDonald.

McDonald’s dominant performance showcased their strength as a team and their ability to compete at a high level. They were relentless both at the plate and on the mound, leaving Mineral Ridge with no chance to counter.

With this impressive win, McDonald continues to assert themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the softball arena. Their relentless offense and stellar pitching make them a formidable opponent for any team they face.

MINERAL RIDGE RAMPS THINGS UP

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SALINEVILLE OH- In a display of offensive firepower, Mineral Ridge Softball unleashed a relentless barrage of hits to secure a commanding 15-5 victory over Southern on Friday.

Mineral Ridge’s lineup came out swinging, led by standout performances from Aaliyah Wall, Savannah Turek, Lily Merolillo, Maggie Collins, and Megan Haynie. Wall and Turek showcased their power at the plate, each launching a home run while driving in crucial runs. Merolillo proved to be a force, tallying three hits and contributing two RBIs and two runs scored. Collins delivered clutch hits, going 3-for-4 with two RBIs, while Haynie reached base multiple times, scoring two runs.

On the mound, Merolillo demonstrated her pitching prowess, going the distance with a solid seven-inning performance. Despite giving up five runs on five hits, Merolillo showcased her resilience, striking out four batters to keep Southern’s offense in check.

Southern put up a valiant effort, with Cheyenne Buzzard leading the charge with three RBIs, and Gianna Pecorelli contributing with a multi-hit game and an RBI.

Ultimately, Mineral Ridge’s relentless offensive onslaught proved too much for Southern to handle, as they secured a dominant 15-5 victory. This impressive win serves as a testament to Mineral Ridge’s offensive prowess and determination as they continue to make their mark on the softball diamond.

TIGERS TAKE THE TOP OFF AGAINST RIDGE

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NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- It was a dominant night for the Springfield Tigers as they made quick work of the Mineral Ridge Rams, cruising to a commanding 10-0 victory in just 5 innings.

The Tigers’ offense was firing on all cylinders, with standout performances from key players leading the charge. Kolten Ruark had a stellar night at the plate, going 2-for-3 with an impressive 3 RBIs and crossing the plate once himself. Parker Dobson was equally impressive, going 1-for-1 with a walk, 2 RBIs, and an impressive 3 runs scored. Blake Jeffries also made his presence felt, going 1-for-1 with 2 RBIs, 2 walks, and 2 runs scored.

But it wasn’t just the offense that shined for the Tigers. Dobson took the mound and delivered a masterful performance, pitching a complete game shutout to secure the win. In 5 dominant innings, Dobson allowed just 1 hit while striking out an impressive 11 batters and issuing only 2 walks.

With performances like these, the Tigers proved that they’re a force to be reckoned with on both sides of the ball. As they continue to showcase their talent and determination, they’ll undoubtedly be a team to watch as the season progresses.

RAMS HITTERS CAME TO PLAY

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MINERAL RIDGE OH- What a wild ride of a softball game! Mineral Ridge came out on top in a high-scoring showdown on Thursday night, emerging victorious with an overwhelming 17-12 win over Chalker.

Leading the charge for Mineral Ridge were some standout performances at the plate. Savannah Turek put on a show, going 2-for-3 with a powerful home run and driving in 3 crucial runs for the team. Aaliyah Wall also made her mark with a 2-for-4 performance, including a homer of her own and 2 RBIs. And let’s not forget Lily Merolillo, who contributed with a 2-for-5 effort, driving in 2 runs and crossing the plate 3 times herself.

With a total of 14 hits, Mineral Ridge’s offense was firing on all cylinders, overwhelming Chalker with their relentless attack.

In a game filled with plenty of back-and-forth action, Mineral Ridge ultimately came out on top, proving that they have what it takes to come out on top in even the highest-scoring affairs. With performances like these, Mineral Ridge is definitely a team to watch out for as the season progresses.

MILTON HOLDS STRONG THIS TIME AROUND

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NORTH JACKSON OH- Jackson-Milton was triumphant over Mineral Ridge 12-8 on Tuesday. Mineral Ridge were the first to get on the board in the first when  Lily Merolillo singled, scoring one run. Jackson-Milton jumped into the lead in the bottom of the first when Maggie Simkins drew a walk, scoring one run, and Gabby Kerr doubled, scoring three runs. Mineral Ridge responded when Savannah Turek hit a solo home run to center field in the top of the second. Jackson-Milton then scored six runs on three hits in the bottom of the third inning. Simkins singled, scoring one run, Alena Len doubled, scoring two runs, Emma Johns singled, scoring one run, an error scored one run, and Macayla Thornhill grounded out, scoring one run. Grace Johns hit a solo home run to left field in the bottom of the fourth.

Brena McBeth earned the win for the Blue Jays. They gave up nine hits and eight runs (seven earned) over four innings, striking out six and walking five. Turek took the loss for Mineral Ridge. They went two and two-thirds innings, allowing nine runs on three hits, striking out three and walking eight. Thornhill collected the save.

Jackson-Milton collected 10 hits in the game. The Johns sisters each collected two hits. Kerr, Simkins, and Len each drove in two runs. McBeth led the way with three walks. Overall, the team had a strong eye at the plate, amassing 10 walks for the game. Johns, McBeth, and Simkins each stole multiple bases. Jackson-Milton stole 11 bases in the game.

Mineral Ridge piled up 13 hits in the game. Maggie Collins, Merolillo, Aaliyah Wall, and  Megan Haynie each collected two hits for Mineral Ridge. Sandy, Collins, Turek, Merolillo, Sydney Wyllie, and Haynie each drove in one run. McKenna Barker led Mineral Ridge with two walks. Overall, the team had a strong eye at the plate, collecting five walks for the game. The Rams turned one double play in the game.

RAMS SHUT DOWN JACKSON MILTON OFFENSE

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Xavier Klamer was dominant on the bump, as they rang up 14 strikeouts in Mineral Ridge’s 2-0 victory over Jackson-Milton on Monday. Klamer allowed three hits and zero runs over six innings while walking one. The pitching was strong on both sides. The Rams pitchers struck out 16, while Jackson-Milton sat down 13.

A wild pitch put Mineral Ridge on the board in the bottom of the sixth.

Drew Sloan took the loss for Jackson-Milton. The starting pitcher went six innings, allowing two runs on three hits, striking out 13 and walking two. Nick Anderson pitched one inning of shutout ball for Mineral Ridge in relief. The righty surrendered zero hits, striking out two and walking two.

Gino Novello, Jackson Geddes, and Christian Dunlap each collected one hit for Mineral Ridge. Caden Ruby, Vinnie Fay, and Sloan each collected one hit for Jackson-Milton.

MINERAL RIDGE MOUNTS A COMEBACK

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Mineral Ridge trailed by as many as four, but came back to top Jackson-Milton on Monday, 9-6. Jackson-Milton got on the board in the top of the first inning after Grace Johns singled, and Brena McBeth doubled, each scoring one run. An error, and a single by McBeth helped the Blue Jays extend their early lead in the third.  They then scored one run in the top of the sixth on a solo home run to left field by Alena Len.

Mineral Ridge flipped the game on its head in the bottom of the sixth, scoring five runs on five hits to take a 9-6 lead. The biggest blow in the inning was a single by Lily Merolillo that drove in two.

Savannah Turk earned the win for Mineral Ridge. The reliever gave up two hits and one run over three innings, striking out six and walking one. Macayla Thornhill took the loss for the Blue Jays. She went five innings, allowing six runs (five earned) on 12 hits, striking out two and walking two. Merolillo started in the circle for the Rams. She allowed six hits and five runs (three earned) over four innings, striking out four and walking one.

Mineral Ridge amassed 15 hits in the game. Aaliyah Wall provided pop in the middle of the lineup, and led the lineup with two runs batted in. She went 2-for-3 on the day. Megan Haynie, the Rams number nine hitter, led the team with three hits in three at-bats. Laney Rigley, Sydney Wyllie, Sullivan Sandy, and Maddie Gerberry each collected multiple hits. Turek stole two bases.

McBeth did a lot of damage in the Jays lineup, and led with two runs batted in. She went 2-for-3 on the day. McBeth and Ivy McBeth each collected two hits. Emma Johns stole two bases. Jackson-Milton turned one double play in the game.