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WILDCATS BRING OUT THEIR CLAWS

By Michael Wolfgang 


STRUTHERS, OHIO – In a matchup in which both teams came in trying to gain some traction, Struthers got the best of Cardinal Mooney Saturday afternoon as they snatched a 4-0 victory.

The Struthers offense came out looking to take control early and they did just that. Michael Scavnicky singled an 0-2 pitch that scored two runs, giving Struthers the early 2-0 lead. Olindo Pezzone had himself an all around day in the diamond. First, Pezzone had an RBI which continued to a two run inning for the Wildcats in the bottom of the third.

However, the highlight for Pezzone was his complete game shutout, allowing only three hits, four strikeouts, and of course the zero runs allowed to come out as the winning pitcher. Anthony Pastella led the offense for Struthers, going 2-for-3 in the box and two hits.

Struthers will get back to work Tuesday night in Jefferson to take on one of their NE8 Conference foes and try to make it three wins in a row. First pitch is all set for 5:00 p.m.

WILDCATS PULL OFF FANTASTIC COMEBACK

By Eric Hughes 

Struthers comes back to beat Girard, 7-6, after trailing 6-3 going into the bottom of the 7th inning the Wildcats never said die.

Struthers went into the second inning with a 2-0 lead, but Girard catching fire on offense and a few Struthers errors made the Cats fall behind early.

The bottom of the 7th started with Chance Laczko and Alec Gryzb reaching base on errors, then Grady Moore being walked to load the bases.  Michael Scavnicky then drove one to right field to bring 3 runners home to tie it 6-6, followed by Anthony Pastella driving one to right field also to bring Scavnicky home for the win.

Chance Laczko went 2-4 and was called into relieve on the mound in the 5th inning, only giving up a couple of hits and one run, which was enough for Struthers’ offense to work with late.

Struthers returns to the field on Wednesday as they take on another NE8 foe Lakeview.  Girard will have the rest of spring break off before they meet up with Hubbard at home on Monday.

WARRIORS WIN A PICKUP GAME WITH MOGADORE

By Matt Morrison

BELOIT, OHIO- West Branch was able to pick up a game last minute on Thursday and they got in the win column once again as they edged Mogadore 5-1.

Jeremiah Thomas was the work horse for the Warriors as he went 3 for 3 at the plate and also had 2 stolen bases on the day. On the mound, Jacob Moss completely shut down the Wildcats offense only allowing 1 hit, 1 run, and sat down 9 batters through seven innings of work. The losing pitcher on the day was Mason Williams as he pitched five innings allowing 5 hits, 4 runs , and had 2 strikeouts.

West Branch will look to keep up their winning ways when they take on Streetsboro on Friday. 

WILDCATS ARE FLEXING THEIR MUSCLES

EAST LIVERPOOL OH- Edison is turning a lot of heads early in the season as their combination of potent offense and stellar pitching has dominated their way to wins.  On Monday it was no different as they out hit Beaver Local 16-1 and beat the Beavers 17-0.

Leading the Wildcats on offense were Anna Wadas with a home run and a double, Hannah Russell with a double and two singles, Audrey Scott a double and a single, Morgan Martin two singles, Ali Shrieve two singles, Pressly Meadows a double. Also singles from Olivia Fankhauser, Pam Johnson, Becka Evans,   Emma LoPrete.

Katie Fluharty dazzled in the circle only giving up one hit on the night and striking out 7 hitters.

Edison will be back in action on Wednesday as they go to Indian Creek.  First pitch is slated for 3:00.

FLUHARTY BAFFLES EAGLES LINEUP

RICHMOND OH- Edison opened the season with a tough loss, but shook it off quickly on Thursday night as they took down a solid United team 10-0.

Katie Fluharty dazzled in the circle for the Wildcats as she struck out 11 hitters and only gave up 2 hits in the shutout.  The offense of the Wildcats got contributions from many sources as Becka Evans, and Anna Wadas had multiple hits, while Ali Shrieve, Audrey Scott, and Ellie Joynson contributed hits.

Edison is scheduled to host Beaver Local on Friday night at 5:00.  United is slated to travel to Wellsville on Saturday at 5:00.

 

LAKEVIEW LOOKING GOOD

STRUTHERS OH- Lakeview looked impressive on Tuesday night as they opened the season with a huge 18-1 conference victory over Struthers.

The Bulldogs got rolling from the start scoring 4 runs in the first inning.  Gianna Caruso started her big day with a 2 RBI double in the inning to go along with a few RBI walks in the Bulldog lineup. Caruso was perfect at the plate going 3-3 with 3 RBI and a walk.  Mack Stowe was also big at the plate going 2-2 with 2 RBI 2 walks, and 2 runs scored.  Kennedy Bartlett also collected multiple hits going 2-3 with a RBI and 2 runs scored.

Ella Chadwick got the start in the circle for Lakeview and set the tone in the circle. She went 3.0 IP and gave up 1 run on 5 hits while striking out 3.  Ava Bacon pitched the final two innings and gave up just 1 hit and struck out another 3.

Zoey Simpson finished with multiple hits for the Wildcats.  She went 2-2 on the day.

The two teams will complete their season series on Wednesday at Lakeview. First pitch is scheduled for 5:00.

RAIDERS MAKE STRUTHERS WALK THE PLANK

CANFIELD OH- South Range is entering the final week of the regular season wanting confidence going in to tournaments. There was a big opportunity to grab a win against one of the top teams in the NE8.  Struthers came to town fresh off a 51-8 win in their last game.  The last time these two teams played, it was a 5 point victory for the Wildcats in the Fieldhouse.  However the Raiders have had home success of their own inside the confines of South Range high school.  They got another huge home win as they held on late for the 42-41 victory.  It was a great way for the Raiders to honor their two seniors Emma Cunningham and Taylor McClish.

Cunningham finished her last game inside the Thriller Done with a game-high 16 points to lead the way.  McClish also had a good senior night on the floor with 8 points.  Chloe Neider led Struthers with 10 points and she hit a buzzer beater three from way beyond the arc to make it 42-41.

South Range finishes their league schedule with the win, but has two non conference tune ups before their tournament road begins.  They will travel to Western Reserve on Thursday.  The Wildcats have to wait until their first tournament game to get the loss out of their system. They’ll host Alliance on Wednesday February 15th.

 

A CHAMPIONSHIP 38 YEARS IN THE MAKING

SOUTHINGTON, OHIO- The NAC championship came down between the Badger Braves and the Chalker Wildcats. After a little bit of a shaky start, the Braves got back on track and after a buzzer beater three pointer by Katie Grexa, they led the Wildcats 22-11.

The Wildcats tried to keep pace, but the Braves defense kept a strong hold. The Braves were led by Katie Grexa with 15 points. Bree Huscroft and Gabby Miller combined for 12 points, and Addison Thompson added 8 points, along with a great night defensively. The Braves pulled away from the Wildcats to win 43-28, winning their first NAC championship in 38 years.

The Braves started the year with just a 1-4 record and then proceeded to win 17 games in a row, with the first win of their streak coming against Chalker. The Braves will go for 18 in a row to finish the season strong, when they take on Girard next Thursday. 

*Contributed By YSN’s Matt Morrison

FIRST PLACE STILL BELONGS TO POLAND

STRUTHERS,OH- The Struthers Wildcats took on the visiting Poland Bulldogs, in a game that both teams were tied for first in the NE8. With everything on the line the Bulldogs got the lead early and scored 22 points in the first quarter and added another 16 points in the second quarter.

The Bulldogs held the Wildcats to just 12 points in the first half as they led 38-12. The Bulldogs were led by Mary Brant, who dropped 22 points including going 8 for 9 at the free throw line. Katie Mcdonald and Ariana Daniels each added 10 points for the Bulldogs.

The Wildcats made a valiant effort to climb back into the game as Chloe Neider and Katelyn Kimble combined for 28 points, but it was not enough as they fell to the Bulldogs 60-44.

The Bulldogs sit alone now in first place in the NE8. They have won eight out of their last ten games will travel to Hubbard to take on the Eagles this Thursday as the Wildcats will try to get back on track when they take on Niles at home also this Thursday night.

*Contributed By YSN’s Matt Morrison

WILDCATS PUT ON A SHOW IN STRUTHERS

STRUTHERS OH- If you are a fan of offense, you would have been right at home in the Struthers Fieldhouse on Thursday night.  Struthers welcomed in Girard for a huge matchup inside the NE8.  Girard needed a win to draw even with the Wildcats and stay one game back from the top spot. Struthers needed a win to set up a first place game with Poland.  The stars came out on the big stage as both teams put up a fantastic offensive effort, however it was Struthers that had a little more fire power in a 74-63 win.

Chloe Neider had the night of her career. When the Wildcats needed her most she dropped an eye popping 36 points to lead the way.  She wasn’t alone though, Emma Morris shined as well as she went off for 23 points.  Katelyn Kimble was also in double figures for the high powered offense with 19.  Faith Stellato hit a trio of threes to finish with 9 points.

Sieasia Triplett put everything she had on the floor for Girard finishing the game with a team-high 23 points.  Allison Durkin hit a pair of threes on her way to 18 points.  Abbie Rafferty was also in double figures for Girard finishing with 10 points.

Struthers now sets up a battle for first place at home on Monday as Poland comes to town.  Girard will stay on the road Monday as they go to Jefferson to try and bounce back.