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ARMENI HOMERS, IRISH BLEMISH TIGER RECORD

April 11, 2019/in Baseball/by YSN Staff

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OH- The Ursuline Irish have figured things out. They have clicked. However you want to describe it, they are playing some top-tier baseball at the moment. After starting off the season 0-4, the Irish are heating up with the temperatures.

On Wednesday night, they became the “one” in a 9-1 Springfield Tigers win-loss record.

It was Ursuline’s Jeremy Kreuzweiser that took advantage on a Tiger error in the top of the sixth inning to give the Irish an 8-7 lead, and eventually the win over Springfield.

Springfield was playing catch up virtually the entire game as the Irish started things off with four runs in the top of the first when Colin Balas scored on a passed ball, followed by a Dante Walker RBI single, and Andrew Sabella’s double that drove in a pair. Springfield would fire back in the bottom of the frame with a 3-run inning that was keyed when Clayton Nesbeth scored on a balk call against Glenn Griswold.

The Irish would keep swinging the hot bats in the top of the second when Vince Armeni went yard for the Irish. The blast over the centerfield fence drove in three and made the game 7-3, Irish.

Glenn Griswold would pick up the victory for the Green and Gold, going five innings and allowing 7 runs on five hits, striking out three. Joel Kreuzweiser made a relief appearance striking out a pair.

The Ursuline win improves their record to 3-6, while Springfield drops their first game of the season and sit at 9-1.

LADY CARDS CONQUER SPARTANS

April 6, 2019/in Softball/by Anthony Hartwig

Cardinal Mooney took home a 4-2 victory over Boardman on Saturday.

Maddie Filisky took the win for Mooney. She surrendered two runs on six hits over five innings, striking out one. Alaina A. Francis threw two innings in relief out of the bullpen. A. Francis recorded the last six outs to earn the save for the Cardinals.

Madison Lester was on the rubber for Boardman. She surrendered four runs on eight hits over seven innings, striking out five.

Cardinal Mooney tallied eight hits on the day. Caitlin Perry and A. Francis all managed multiple hits for Cardinal Mooney Varsity. A. Francis and Perry each collected two hits to lead Cardinal Mooney Varsity.

Boardman totaled nine hits. Jenna Olexa and Kathryn O’Horo each collected multiple hits for Boardman. Olexa went 3-for-4 at the plate to lead Boardman in hits

URSULINE BASEBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) W/ MATT WEYMER

April 6, 2019/in Coach's Corner/by YSN Staff

Every once in a generation there will be a coach that sets such an example of determination, character, dedication, and leadership that helps raise the tide for all ships involved. In this case, being around Ursuline Skipper Matt Weymer, it’s hard to not have his passion and skillset rub off on his team.

With a solid foundation and a young squad- The Irish are learning and earning at the same clip. Understanding that tradition takes no season’s off for excuses, Coach Weymer has learned to be patient, and pursuant to what his team can amount to. Back at the Division 3 Level will present many obstacles and challenges for the green and gold, but the eyes will remain locked on the prize awarded each June.

YSN General Manager Steve Leslie caught up with Coach Weymer for our first of many Ursuline Baseball Coach’s Corners in 2019.

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GLASS HALF FULL

April 6, 2019/in YSU Baseball/by YSN Staff

It’s all about “The Power of Positivity” in the Youngstown State Baseball Clubhouse. From the top down, they speak their destiny into reality as of late. Coach Bertolini feeds off the energy, and excitement of his players, and perhaps none more than Freshman Shortstop, Phillip Glasser.

Youngstown State Baseball 2019 Photo Day – Dec. 7, 2018 (Photo by David Dermer)

The Tallmadge product has been tasked to be in the top portion of the lineup to get on base by any means necessary, and his tenacity and baseball IQ is what has kept him there. This isn’t your ordinary frosh, as Glasser is an experienced middle infielder with accolades to his resume. He was ranked as the 50th overall prospect in Ohio by Perfect Game, which is impressive, to say the least. Let’s not forget that he was a 3-year letterman for Tallmadge including captaining the team that won the 2017 Ohio D2 State Title where he batted .400 with 39 runs, and 20 RBI that season.

For the Guins this season, Phillip has made a nice transition as he’s racked up 22 hits including 4 extra baggers while carrying a nearly .400 OBP. Defensively is where Phillip makes the donuts, as he’s been the pitchers best friend 12 times helping turn double plays with a fielding percentage of .932.

Youngstown State Baseball at Florida State at Dick Howser Stadium on Feb. 23, 2019 (Photo by Ken Lanese)

Add to all of this that Glasser is a high-character player who puts his team before himself? You’ve got a guy with a strong foundation to help lead for years to come!

YSN General Manager Steve Leslie sat down with YSU’s #2 for this week’s Penguin Player Profile: GLASS HALF FULL

YSU BASEBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH DAN BERTOLINI (EP 7)

April 5, 2019/in YSU Baseball/by YSN Staff

Games have been nailbiters lately, and more often than not- The ‘Guins have been steering the ship. From walk-off winners to sweeping ACC foes: YSU has turned up the heat on the competition without any warning. Home is still where the bread is being buttered for the Penguins as they welcome Horizon League opponent UIC into town.

We caught up with Coach Berto before the first pitch of the UIC-YSU Series and picked his brain about the confidence at Eastwood Field.

We also key in on a few treats the Guins have in store this weekend, and what the thoughts are in regards to community baseball and travel baseball.

PHOTO CREDIT: YSUSPORTS.com

AND…Coach Bertolini answers the long-debated question: Good Pitching Beats Good Hitting Every Time.

Well….sort of.

All that and more on Episode 7 of YSU Baseball Coach’s Corner with Dan Bertolini.

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LADY CARDS FLY PAST WINDHAM

April 3, 2019/in Softball, Uncategorized/by Anthony Hartwig

YOUNGSTOWN, OH- Alaina Scavina didn’t allow a single run as Cardinal Mooney defeated Windham 10-0 on Tuesday. Scavina allowed just two hits.

Mooney got things started in the first inning when Scavina doubled on a 2-2 count, scoring one run.

The Cardinals then put up four runs in the fifth inning. Cardinal Mooney’s big inning was driven by a single by CJ Sapp, a fielder’s choice by Gabby Joseph, and a double by Brooke

Scavina led Mooney to victory in the pitcher’s circle. She went five innings, allowing zero runs on two hits, striking out three and walking one.

Sapp went 2-for-4 at the plate to lead the Cardinals in hits.

GETTING IT DUN

March 31, 2019/in YSU Baseball/by YSN Staff

When Greg Dunham was told that the University of Buffalo would be canceling their baseball program after his freshman year, he didn’t panic. In fact, he knew exactly where he wanted to be. Closer to family, closer to friends, and closer to his hometown. When he chose Youngstown State to transfer to, the area was elated to have one of their own hurling the pearl within driving distance.

The Salem resident and South Range High School graduate wasted no time proving his worth on the hill. In his first year as a Penguin, Dunham made 12 starts which matched the team high. Greg also pitched a team-best and career-high 67.1 innings which also ranked eighth in the Horizon League. Making the most of his innings, Greg fanned 41 batters in 2018 while pitching six innings in eight of his starts.

Youngstown State Baseball 2019 Photo Day – Dec. 7, 2018 (Photo by David Dermer) CREDIT: YSU ATHLETIC DEPT.

In 2019, Greg looks to get things back on track and find his groove. Dunham has appeared in five games thus far and is averaging 4.5 strikeouts per nine innings. A Business Management major by choice, Dunham looks to get back to business this year and shine a light on his talent and work ethic down the stretch. YSN’s General Manager Steve Leslie caught up with Greg before a recent road trip and sits down with him for this week’s Player Profile: GETTING IT DUN.

LATE RUN PACES INDIANS OVER WILDCATS

March 26, 2019/in Baseball/by YSN Staff

STRUTHERS, OH- Monday’s game against Girard was a heartbreaker for the Struthers Wildcats, as they lost the lead late in an 8-2 defeat. The game was tied at two with Girard batting in the top of the fifth when Anthony Cortese singled on a 2-2 count, scoring two runs and locking the win for the Indians.

The Struthers Wildcats struggled to put runs on the board and had a tough time defensively containing Girard, giving up eight runs.

Girard got things moving in the first inning. Braydon Freeland drove in one when he singled. Girard scored four runs in the sixth inning. Freeland, Devin Dutton, and Aidan Warga all contributed in the big inning with RBIs.

Nick DeGregory led the Girard to victory on the mound. He allowed three hits and two runs over five innings, striking out seven. Matt Miles threw two innings in relief out of the bullpen.

Anthony Monaco took the loss for Struthers. He went four innings, allowing four runs on four hits and striking out five.

Billy Opritza led Struthers with two hits in three at-bats. Freeland went 3-for-4 at the plate to lead Girard in hits.

YSU BASEBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH DAN BERTOLINI (EP 6)

March 23, 2019/in Coach's Corner, YSU Baseball/by YSN Staff

The tide is about to turn for the YSU Baseball Team, because like P. Diddy said: “I’m coming home.” (We linked it, you’re welcome.) It’s time for the Guins to sleep in their own beds, and enjoy the comfort that Eastwood Field has to offer this year!

Home play this year begins for the Penguins this week, and there’s nobody more excited than the YSU Skipper, Dan Bertolini. Coming off a tough week against Northern Kentucky and West Virginia, the Guins look to bounce back and begin their fight toward the top of the Horizon League standings.