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FALCONS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS TO START SPRING TRIP

MYRTLE BEACH, SC- Carter Owens was lights out on Monday, striking out 11 as Fitch rolled past Villa Angela-St. Joseph, 5-1.

Owens went the distance, giving up just five hits and one run across seven strong innings, walking just one.

Fitch got the sticks going early in the bottom of the first. Frank Senediak ripped a double down the line, Mason Petridis followed with a single, and Landyn Myers knocked in a run on a double play to jump out to a quick lead.

Jackson Cheeks added some breathing room in the third with a sac fly to push the lead to 4-1.

B McNully took the loss for VASJ, throwing six innings and giving up five runs (four earned) on 10 hits.

The Falcons’ bats stayed busy, racking up 10 hits in the game. Senediak, Reggie Danko, and Cheeks each had two hits, while Senediak, Rocco Diflorio, Cheeks, Petridis, and Myers all picked up an RBI apiece.

C Polvnas knocked in the lone run for VASJ, while R Eppich swung a hot bat, going 2-for-3. VASJ flashed some leather too, turning a double play and playing error-free ball, with Eppich leading the way with seven defensive chances.

Fitch now gears up for a Tuesday showdown with Brick Township.

LADY RAIDERS STAND STRONG AGAINST VASJ

CANFIELD, OH- Not many saw South Range as one of the last teams standing in the area when the season began, except those in the Raider Lockerroom.  However, the South Range Lady Raiders soared to a resounding 57-37 victory over the Villa Angela St. Joseph Vikings, clinching the sectional championship in style. With an impressive team effort, the Lady Raiders showcased their depth and talent on the court, setting the stage for an exciting journey ahead.

Led by a quartet of players with double-digit scoring performances, South Range left no doubt about their prowess on the basketball court. Devin Sauerwein led the charge with 15 points, while Gwen Lowry and Sydney Penick each contributed 11 points, demonstrating their offensive versatility and ability to deliver when it matters most. Madison Dado added 10 points to the scoreboard, further solidifying the team’s dominant performance.

The Lady Raiders’ balanced attack and unrelenting intensity on both ends of the court propelled them to victory, leaving the Vikings struggling to keep pace throughout the game. Taylor Dado chipped in with 8 points, while Ceci Foster added 2, highlighting the team’s collective effort and cohesive play.

With the sectional championship secured, South Range now sets its sights on the next challenge as they prepare to face off against the 11th-seeded Smithville in the upcoming showdown in Wooster. Despite the formidable competition that lies ahead, the Lady Raiders are brimming with confidence and determination, fueled by their recent success and unwavering belief in their abilities.