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CEVERA’S WALK-OFF SINKS SKIPPERS ON SENIOR NIGHT

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Ashtabula, OH- In a showdown of rivals on Tuesday, the St. John Heralds clinched a dramatic 2-1 victory over the Harding Fairport Skippers with a walk-off hit in the bottom of the seventh inning. This moment was made all the more special as it was senior night for the Heralds.

With tensions running high and the game deadlocked at one apiece, Alyssa Cevera emerged as the hero for the Heralds, smashing a crucial triple that brought in the winning run.

The pitching duel between both teams was intense, with the Fighting Herald’s pitchers striking out eight batters, while Fairport’s hurlers managed to sit down seven.

The Heralds wasted no time in making their mark on the game, with Rylee Frasure delivering a clutch double in the first inning to put St. John on the scoreboard.

However, Fairport answered back in the top of the fourth inning, as Sadler’s double helped them knot the score at one run each.

As the game reached its climax, Alyssa Cevera stepped up to seal the victory for the Heralds, delivering a stellar performance on the mound and shutting down Fairport’s offense.

Cevera’s pitching prowess earned her the win, as she held Fairport hitless and scoreless over two crucial innings, striking out two batters and showcasing her composure under pressure.

Despite the tough loss, McFadden pitched admirably for Fairport, going six and two-thirds innings and allowing just two runs on six hits while striking out seven batters.

The Heralds’ offensive effort was led by Cevera, Frasure, and Caitlyn Carney, each of whom collected two hits in the game. Cevera and Frasure also contributed with timely RBIs, while Carney showcased her speed on the basepaths by stealing two bases.

For Fairport, Sadler drove in their sole run of the game, going 1-for-3 at the plate, while Phillips led their offense with a 2-for-2 performance.

With this thrilling victory secured, the Fighting Heralds look ahead to their next challenge as they hit the road to face the Cardinal Varsity Huskies on Wednesday.

FALCONS AND DRAGONS TAKE IT DOWN TO THE WIRE

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Jefferson, OH- In a cold and rainy showdown that went down to the wire, the Jefferson Falcons secured a dramatic 8-7 victory over the Lakeside Dragons on Tuesday, sealing the win in walk-off fashion in the bottom of the seventh inning.

The Dragons struck first in the top of the first inning, capitalizing on two well-placed singles to grab an early lead. Wagner’s hit paved the way for Lakeside to put a run on the board.

However, the Falcons wasted no time responding, showcasing their resilience in the bottom of the first inning. Michael Riffle’s impressive triple and a wild pitch allowed Jefferson to tie the game, setting the stage for a back-and-forth battle.

Jefferson surged ahead in the bottom of the second inning, with Braden Dietrich’s clutch double driving in a crucial run to give the Falcons a narrow 3-2 advantage.

Despite Lakeside’s resilient efforts, Jefferson continued to apply pressure, maintaining their lead until the top of the fourth inning. Lakeside rallied, reclaiming the lead with a trio of runs scored after a walk, a single by Stitt, and a run scored on a tag-up play by Crayton.

With the game on the line in the bottom of the seventh inning, the Falcons summoned their fighting spirit, staging a remarkable comeback. Giovanni Matticola’s clutch single drove in the winning run, sending the home crowd into a frenzy and securing the Falcons’ hard-fought victory.

Braden Dietrich emerged as the hero for Jefferson, earning the win on the mound with a stellar relief performance. His two innings of work stifled Lakeside’s offense, allowing just one earned run while striking out two batters.

Although Lakeside battled fiercely, it was Jefferson’s relentless determination and timely hitting that ultimately sealed the victory. Logan Saksa and Giovanni Matticola led the charge at the plate, each collecting two hits and driving in crucial runs for the Falcons.

Looking ahead, the Falcons are poised to carry this momentum into their next matchup against Lakeside on Wednesday, eager to build upon their success and continue their pursuit of victory.

For Lakeside, Caleb Stitt, Matt Wagner, and Chase Newsome showcased their offensive prowess, each collecting two hits in the contest. Despite the outcome, Lakeside demonstrated their defensive prowess, committing no errors and showcasing solid fielding throughout the game.

HENSLEE IS THE HERALDS HERO IN WIN OVER EAGLES

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Photo Credit: Joclyn Nicholas

Ashtabula, OH- It was a back and forth nail-biter on Saturday as the St. John Heralds secured a thrilling 10-9 victory over the Geneva Eagles in a dramatic walk-off finish. Down 9-8 in the bottom of the seventh inning, AJ Henslee’s clutch single drove in two runs, sealing the win for the Heralds.

Despite facing an early four-run deficit in the second inning, the Geneva Eagles fought back fiercely, closing the gap with a flurry of singles and a sacrifice fly.

An early error allowed the Geneva Eagles to take the lead in the top of the first inning, but the Heralds responded swiftly, scoring three runs in the bottom of the inning courtesy of hits from Ryan Williams, Kyle Hejduk, and Brady Cole.

The Heralds extended their lead in the second inning after an error by the Eagles, but Geneva rallied back to regain the lead in the fourth inning with timely hits from Hewitt Wilt and Andrew Oros.

In a back-and-forth affair, the Heralds retook the lead in the bottom of the fourth inning, only for Geneva to tie the game again in the sixth inning with a key single from Curtis Maier.

With the score tied at eight in the seventh inning, Oros’s single briefly gave the Eagles the lead, but the Heralds rallied one final time, culminating in Henslee’s game-winning hit.

On the mound, Will Anderson started for the Heralds, while Shea Arkenburg took the mound for the Eagles. Both teams displayed resilience throughout the game, with standout performances from various players on both sides.

The Heralds’ offense was led by Henslee, who drove in two crucial runs, and Anthony Severino, Kyle Hejduk, Will Anderson, and Bryce Venetti, each contributing two hits.

For the Eagles, Maier and Oros stood out with two hits apiece, with each driving in two runs.

With the thrilling win secured, the St. John Heralds look ahead to their next matchup against Windham on Monday, aiming to carry the momentum forward.