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POLAND MAKES USE OF EVERY OPPORTUNITY

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POLAND OH – A Northeast 8 Conference game between Struthers and Poland finished with a commanding 16-5 win for the Lady Bulldogs, who improved their record to 7-8 on the season and 6-2 in Conference Play.

Olivia Horn picked up her 7th victory in the circle over 3 innings of work scattering 3 hits and collecting 6 strikeouts.  Poland Seminary’s offense ramped-up for 17 hits in the abbreviated game. Leanna Boccieri and Lilly McDonald each had 3 hits with McDonald doubling in 2 RBIs.  Mary Brant, Leanne Williams and Olivia Horn each had 2 hits with Horn plating 3 RBIs and Williams 2 RBIs.  Junior second baseman Kylie Hudran had 4 RBIs with a double and Cassie Blanch doubled in a run.
The Lady Wildcats had 8 hits in the game capped by Vivian Marker who homered in the contest and Emma Morris who had 2 hits.  Also, Ava Hall tripled and Katie Morris doubled for Struthers.  Morgan Minno took the loss on the hill for Struthers scattering 9 hits and allowing 8 runs.
The Lady Bulldogs resume NE8 Conference play at South Range on Wednesday.
*Contributed By John Boccieri

BULLDOGS STAY PERFECT AGAINST STRUTHERS

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POLAND, OH- The Poland Bulldogs took down Struthers 10-3 on Tuesday, fueled by a massive eight-run explosion in the fifth inning at Poland Seminary High School. The rally was sparked by hits left and right: Matt Paparodis, Ryan Dilullo, Jacob Hayes, Aiden Thompson, Jacob Jenkins, and Zach Livosky all delivered crucial singles that drove in runs, alongside a helpful Struthers error that added to the chaos.

The Bulldogs set the tone early, scoring in the first inning off a walk by Hayes and a Struthers error. However, Struthers bounced back, tying the game at two in the third thanks to J.R. Hovanec’s double. They even snatched a brief lead in the fifth when Drew Chizmar singled to make it 3-2.

Stephen Kopkash was the winning pitcher for the Bulldogs, handling his business with six hits and two runs over four innings while striking out nine. On the mound for Struthers, Mike Scavnicky faced the brunt of Poland’s offensive outburst, giving up five runs over three and two-thirds innings.

Paparodis not only contributed with his bat but also started on the mound for Poland, surrendering one run over two innings with three strikeouts. Meanwhile, Thompson pitched a clean inning in relief, striking out three and keeping Struthers at bay.

Zach Livosky stood out by driving in two crucial runs from the ninth spot in the lineup, and Matt Boccieri demonstrated discipline at the plate with two walks, contributing to the team’s total of six. The Bulldogs also showed off their speed, stealing a couple of bases, with Boccieri swiping two himself.

Struthers didn’t go quietly, racking up 10 hits, led by Scavnicky’s three-hit effort. Grady Moore also showed his speed, nabbing two bases as part of Struthers’ four total steals on the day.

Next up, the Bulldogs (11-0)will be back on their home turf Wednesday to face NE8 rival, South Range. 

BULLDOGS OFF THE LEASH

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STRUTHERS OH- Poland beat Northeast 8 rival Struthers on Monday by a score of 10-0 in an abbreviated 6 inning game.  Poland improves to 6-8 on the season and 5-2 in NE8 conference play.

The Lady Bulldogs jumped-out to an early lead scoring 2 runs in first and didn’t look back afterwards.  Poland pounded 16 hits with senior Shortstop Mary Brant collecting 3 hits and 4 RBIs including a 2 run home run in the top of the sixth.  Junior pitcher Olivia Horn had 3 hits too, while Elliana Thompson, Leanne Williams, Kylie Hudran and Cassie Blanch each had 2 hits with Blanch doubling earning 2 RBIs.  Thompson doubled and tripled collecting 2 RBIs.
Lanie Toutin had two hits leading Struthers on offense, and Maddie Minno took the loss for Struthers on the mound.
Olivia Horn picked up her 6th win of the season in the circle striking out 11 and scattering 5 hits.  The NE8 rivals resume play tomorrow in Poland.
*Contributed By John Boccieri

HUBBARD STAYS ON A TEAR

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HUBBARD OH- Andrew Kali collected three hits in three at bats, as Hubbard defeated Struthers 14-2 on Wednesday. Kali doubled in the third inning, doubled in the second inning, and singled in the first inning.

Hubbard scored eight runs in the third inning on the way to victory. Tyler Wright singled, scoring two runs, Johnny Reyes drew a walk, scoring one run, Kali doubled, scoring two runs, an error scored one run, Braydon Songer drew a walk, scoring one run, and a passed ball scored one run. A ground out by JR Hovanec put Struthers  on the board in the top of the first.

The Eagles took the lead in the bottom of the first. Geno Leshnack singled, scoring two runs, to give them the lead, 2-1. They then added to their early lead in the bottom of the second inning after Wright tripled, Reyes singled, Kali doubled, and they scored on a wild pitch, each scoring one run.

Kali earned the win for Hubbard. The right-handed pitcher gave up two hits and two runs over three innings, striking out two and walking two. Isaac Wolfe stepped on the mound first for the Wildcats. The starting pitcher allowed five hits and five runs over one and one-third innings, striking out none and walking one.

Hubbard piled up nine hits in the game. Leshnack stole two bases. They had patience at the plate, piling up six walks for the game. The Eagles ran wild on the base paths, collecting six stolen bases for the game. Hubbard was sure-handed in the field and didn’t commit a single error. Wright had the most chances in the field with five.

Michael Scavnicky and Hovanec were a one-two punch in the lineup, as each drove in one run for Struthers. Leadoff hitter Anthony Pastella led with two hits in two at bats. Struthers turned one double play in the game.

RED DRAGONS BOUNCE BACK AGAINST STRUTHERS

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NILES, OH- Tuesday’s game at Waddell Park was a close-fought affair, with the Niles Red Dragons just edging out the Struthers Wildcats 5-4 in a contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the last out.

The Red Dragons struck first, lighting up the scoreboard in the bottom of the first inning. AJ Yost kicked things off with a single and then took matters into his own hands by stealing home, showcasing both speed and daring.

Struthers responded in the top of the third when JR Hovanec delivered a timely single that brought in two runs, nudging the Wildcats ahead 3-2. But their lead was short-lived as Niles McKinley rallied back in the fourth inning. Brian Parsons’ well-placed sacrifice bunt, followed by hits from Brixton Gilmour and Landon Turner, each drove in a run, flipping the game back in favor of the Red Dragons.

On the mound, Gilmour was solid for Niles McKinley, scattering six hits across a complete game and allowing four runs while striking out six. His counterpart, Jordan Becker of Struthers, struggled a bit more, surrendering five runs over just three and two-thirds innings.

Hovanec was a bright spot for Struthers, batting in two runs, while Caleb Sakara, Josh Robison, Michael Scavnicky, Anthony Pastella, and Travis McMurray each contributed hits.

For the Red Dragons, Yost, Turner, and Gilmour not only led with their bats—each recording two hits and an RBI—but also with aggressive baserunning, contributing to a total of four stolen bases for the team. Yost alone swiped two bases, adding pressure on Struthers’ defense.

Defensively, Niles was flawless, not committing a single error throughout the game, with Andrew Strader making the most plays in the field with seven.

As Struthers prepares for their next challenge against Hubbard on Wednesday, they’ll be looking to tighten up their game and convert more of their opportunities into runs. Meanwhile, the Red Dragons will be riding high on their victory, hoping to carry this momentum forward against Lakeview.

WILDCATS PLATE A BIG WIN OVER NILES

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STRUTHERS OH- Struthers had offense that complemented their defense on Monday night as they stormed their way to a 19-1 victory over Niles.

Emma Morris had three hits including two doubles, two RBIs and four runs, Lexa Tovtin had two hits, two RBIs and a run, Katie Morris had a double, an RBI and three runs, Vivian Marker had two hits including a double and two RBIs and Bella Sandusky had two hits, three RBIs and a run for Struthers.
Morgan Minno had the win inside the circle for the Wildcats giving up three hits and one run while striking out six.

*Contributed By Caitlin Barbour

CAT SCRATCH FEVER; STRUTHERS SCRAPS NILES

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STRUTHERS, OH- Michael Scavnicky was on fire, nailing three hits in three at-bats to help Struthers stomp Niles 16-6 at Bob Cene Park on Monday. Scavnicky kept it consistent with singles in the first, third, and fourth innings.

The Red Dragons kicked things off with Brighton Gilmour’s RBI single in the first, but that lead didn’t last long. The Wildcats roared back in the bottom of the first, grabbing a 3-1 lead thanks to a single from Jordan Becker, a walk by Travis McMurray, and Josh Robison getting plunked—all bringing runners home.

The Wildcats piled it on in the third, capitalizing on a couple of Red Dragons’ errors and a wild pitch to push their lead even further. They didn’t stop there, racking up five runs in the fifth inning alone. Scavnicky, Robison, and Anthony Pastella all chipped in with RBIs.

Drew Chizmar scooped up the win for Struthers, despite giving up four runs over three innings. His counterpart, Landon Turner, wasn’t as lucky, getting tagged for 11 runs in his four innings of work. Isaac Wolfe also pitched in with some relief for the Wildcats.

Overall, the Wildcats amassed 11 hits. Robison, batting eighth, made his hits count, driving in three runs. JR Hovanec also had a great day at the plate, hitting 2-for-2. Discipline at the plate was key, as Struthers players walked seven times. They were also a menace on the bases, stealing nine in total.

For the Red Dragons, Kris Hrosar, Brian Parsons, and Gilmour each had two hits. Gilmour, Parsons, and AJ Yost each knocked in a run, with Yost snagging a couple of steals himself.

The Wildcats are set to visit the Red Dragons again on Tuesday to wrap the season series.

RAIDERS GOING FULL SPEED AHEAD

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STRUTHERS OH- South Range didn’t face any problems in dispatching Struthers on Tuesday at Cene Park, 15-1.

South Range got on the board in the top of the second inning after Gaven Nagy singled, scoring three runs, an error scored one run, and Luke Gehring lined out, scoring one run. They exploded and scored six runs on six hits in the top of the third inning. Tyler Wardle singled, scoring one run, Jake Shumate singled, scoring one run, Julian Tranovich singled, scoring one run, Andrew Brian singled, scoring one run, and an error scored two runs.

Shumate earned the win for the Raiders. The righty allowed three hits and one run (zero earned) over three innings, striking out four and walking two. Gehring tossed two innings of no-run ball for the Raiders in relief. The righty surrendered zero hits, striking out four and walking one.

South Range collected 15 hits in the game. Tyson Tarajack, Nagy, and Logan Baxter each collected two hits. Ethan Viano, Shumate, Wardle, Tarajack, Nagy, Lincoln Cleevely, Brian, and Tranovich each drove in one run. Tarajack stole two bases. The team ran wild on the base paths, accumulating five stolen bases for the game.

South Range was sure-handed and didn’t commit a single error. Will Gehring made the most plays with nine.

RAIDERS NE8 DOMINANCE CONTINUES

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STRUTHERS OH- Giada Pauline drove in four runs on three hits to lead South Range  past Struthers 22-2 on Tuesday. Pauline singled in the fourth scoring two, hit a sacrifice fly in the second scoring one, and singled in the third scoring one.

The Raiders opened the scoring in the top of the first thanks to two singles. They first got on the board when Jayli Wilt singled, scoring two runs. They added to their early lead in the top of the second inning when Pauline hit a sacrifice fly, scoring one run, Gretchen Bartels singled, scoring two runs, and Solena DeJesus lined out, scoring one run. The Raiders added to their early lead in the top of the third inning after Pauline singled, and Anna Aey lined out, each scoring one run.

South Range Varsity Raiders scored seven runs on six hits in the top of the fourth inning. Addison Wardle singled, scoring one run, Katie Dance drew a walk, scoring one run, Pauline singled, scoring two runs, Aey grounded out, scoring one run, Kiera Winner singled, scoring one run, and Heidi Bartels doubled, scoring one run.

South Range scored six runs on four hits in the top of the fifth inning. Aey drew a walk, scoring one run, iLilah Angus hit into a fielder’s choice, but one run scored, Winner singled, scoring two runs, DeJesus singled, scoring one run, and Wardle drew a walk, scoring one run.

Wilt earned the win for the Raiders. The right-handed pitcher surrendered two hits and zero runs over three innings, striking out eight and walking none. DeJesus appeared in relief for South Range.

South Range piled up 19 hits in the game. DeJesus, Pauline, and Wilt each collected three hits. Bartels and Winner each collected multiple hits. The Raiders had patience at the plate, collecting 10 walks for the game. Bartels and Riley DeCiancio led the team with two free passes each. Keira Brogan stole two bases. The team ran wild on the base paths, accumulating seven stolen bases for the game.

MOONEY PUTS A BOW ON THE REGULAR SEASON

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YOUNGSTOWN OH- In a commanding finale to their regular season, Mooney’s boys’ basketball team showcased their dominance on Friday night as they hosted Struthers in an electrifying showdown. Despite a brief setback in the second quarter, where they only managed to tally 5 points, the Cardinals rallied back with sheer determination to secure a convincing 63-39 victory.

Leading the charge for Mooney was Ashton O’Brien, whose stellar performance on the court yielded an impressive 18 points, supported by the dynamic duo of Eddie Nieves and Rocco Turner, each contributing 11 points to the scoreboard. Jibri Carter and Nick Genova also made significant contributions, chipping in with 9 and 8 points, respectively.

On the opposing side, Struthers put up a valiant effort, with Lucas Patti leading the charge with 13 points, while Jason Dukes and Tommy Cole each added 8 points to the team’s total.

With the regular season now in the rearview mirror, Mooney (17-5) sets their sights on the upcoming tournament, eager to carry their momentum into postseason play. Their journey begins with a home matchup against Academy of Urban Scholars on Tuesday, where they will look to make a statement on their quest for championship glory.

Meanwhile, Struthers (9-11) will also turn their attention to tournament action, determined to make a splash as they host Marlington on Tuesday.