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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.

RIDGE PULLS THROUGH A NAIL BITER WITH UNITED

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MINERAL RIDGE OH- Both teams were strong in the circle on Wednesday, but Mineral Ridge was just a little bit stronger at the plate in their 3-2 victory over United.

Matilyn Zines started the game for United Varsity Golden Eagles and recorded 18 outs.

United lost despite outhitting Mineral Ridge eight to one. Grace Coffee, Chloe Angelo, and Kiley Hetherington each collected two hits.

United got on the board in the first inning after Coffee doubled, scoring one run. They then added one run in the third. Coffee singled, making the score 2-0.

Mineral Ridge took the lead in the bottom of the fourth inning after United committed an error, and Maddie Gerberry scored after tagging up, each scoring one run.

Lily Merolillo earned the win for Mineral Ridge. The starting pitcher gave up six hits and two runs over four innings, striking out three and walking none. Zines took the loss for United. The right-handed pitcher went six innings, surrendering three runs (zero earned) on one hit, striking out nine and walking one.

Coffee provided pop in the middle of the lineup, and led United with two runs batted in. The cleanup hitter went 2-for-3 on the day. Angelo stole two bases.

Sydney Wyllie went 1-for-2 at the plate to lead Mineral Ridge in hits. Maggie Collins and Gerberry each drove in one run in the Rams win.

RAM TOUGH

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MINERAL RIDGE, OH- Mineral Ridge, a small community with a big heart for volleyball, is shining the spotlight on a young athlete who has captured the hearts and minds of fans and teammates alike. Malayna Wilson, an 8th-grade volleyball phenomenon, sat down with DJ Yokley at the Post Office Pub to discuss her journey, her dreams, and the lessons she’s learned along the way.

For Malayna, the setting was familiar and casual, a comfortable backdrop for a discussion about her ambitions and challenges. After devouring an assortment of quesadillas and buffalo dip—”There was a lot,” Wilson admits—she opened up about her impressive accomplishments. The young athlete has already set her sights high: “I really want to accomplish, like being able to get on varsity at a young age. Like I want to be able to set records, like Ava [Hulett]” she shares, referencing her drive to reach a thousand hits and digs.

Wilson’s inner drive is a key component of her success, and her personal motivation acts as a catalyst for the entire team. “Mainly, I personally just use my confidence,” Wilson reveals, discussing her own growth and how she uses it to lift the team. She explains her method for overcoming self-doubt: “Ever since I brought [my confidence] up, I was able to push myself to get better and better.”

Adversity is not a stranger to Malayna, and she detailed her strategy for dealing with on-court pressure, particularly during a challenging match against Hubbard. “I always close my eyes and breathe,” Wilson explains, affirming how breathing exercises, a technique she was taught in the first grade, aid in regaining her composure during pivotal moments. This self-awareness is a critical tool she also shares with her teammates, emphasizing the importance of “not getting down on themselves” as they improve.

Looking forward, Wilson’s transition to high school presents new aspirations and fears. The thrill of playing with her sister on the high school team and being pushed by Coach Lasco excites her, although the challenge itself also scares her. Her reflections on the program at Mineral Ridge show a deep appreciation for the community and her teammates, her goals stretching beyond personal accolades to team achievements: “I hope we accomplish things that our school has never had,” she states with determination.

College is certainly on the horizon for this rising star, with Wilson emphatically sharing her fixed resolve to play at the collegiate level: “I’m playing in college no matter what.” Her unwavering commitment to her sport shines through every word.

As Malayna Wilson stands on the cusp of her high school career, her passion for volleyball and her dedication to improvement remind us all that with confidence, teamwork, and resilience, we can overcome our challenges and achieve greatness.

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MEROLILLO’S PERFECT GAME HIGHLIGHTS RIDGE’S DOUBLEHEADER SWEEP

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MINERAL RIDGE OH- Lily Merolillo struck out 11 batters as they led Mineral Ridge past Sebring 14-0 on Tuesday. Merolillo gave up zero hits and zero runs over five innings while walking none completing a perfect game in the circle.

Laney Rigley collected four hits in four at bats in the win. Rigley tripled in the third inning, doubled in the first inning, doubled in the second inning, and doubled in the fourth inning. Mineral Ridge got on the board in the first inning after Rigley doubled, scoring one run. They then scored six runs on four hits in the bottom of the second inning. Sydney Wyllie grounded out, scoring one run, Megan Haynie singled, scoring one run, Rigley doubled, scoring one run, and Maddie Gerberry doubled, scoring three runs. The Rams added one run in the third. Rigley tripled after a 6-pitch at-bat, making the score 8-0.

Mineral Ridge added to their lead and scored six runs on seven hits in the bottom of the fourth inning. Wyllie singled, scoring one run, Haynie singled, scoring two runs, Sullivan Sandy singled, scoring one run, Rigley doubled, scoring one run, and Merolillo singled, scoring one run.

The Rams accumulated 15 hits in the game. Sandy and Maggie Collins each collected multiple hits. Mineral Ridge was sure-handed and didn’t commit a single error. Aaliyah Wall made the most plays with 11.

Game 2:

Mineral Ridge completed a doubleheader sweep of Sebring defeating them 7-0 in game 2 on Tuesday thanks in part to four runs in the second inning. McKenna Barker drew a walk, scoring one run, Lily Merolillo grounded out, scoring one run, Aaliyah Wall doubled, scoring one run, and Savannah Turk drew a walk, scoring one run.

Mineral Ridge opened the scoring in the top of the first thanks to two walks. They first got on the board when Wall drew a walk, scoring one run.

Turek earned the win for the Rams. They allowed one hit and zero runs over two and one-third innings, striking out six and walking none.

Merolillo led the team with one run batted in. Sullivan Sandy and Wall each collected one hit. Mineral Ridge  had a strong eye at the plate, accumulating 10 walks for the game. Sandy, Maddie Gerberry, and Turek led the team with two bases on balls each. Sandy stole two bases. Mineral Ridge stole four bases in the game as a team.

RIDGE’S WALL STOPS ROCKETS IN THEIR TRACKS

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Aaliyah Wall collected three hits in three at bats, as Mineral Ridge defeated Lowellville 8-0 on Wednesday. Wall hit a solo home run to center field in the first inning, singled in the second inning, and singled in the fourth inning. The Rams got on the board in the top of the first inning after Lowellville committed an error, Wall homered to center field, and Savannah Turek doubled, each scoring one run. They  extended their early lead with two runs in the top of the second thanks to RBI singles by Laney Rigley and Wall.

Turek earned the win for Mineral Ridge. The starting pitcher allowed zero hits and zero runs over three innings, striking out six and walking none.

Maddie Gerberry collected two hits for the Rams in three at bats. Rigley, Sullivan Sandy, and Turk each stole multiple bases. The team stole eight bases in the game. Mineral Ridge was sure-handed and didn’t commit a single error. Wall made the most plays with six.