WARRIORS PAOLILLO LEADS THE CHARGE PAST WOLVERINES
Story by Larry Jennings
Chesterland, OH- In a thrilling showdown on Wednesday, the Edgewood Warriors asserted their dominance on the softball diamond, clinching a 6-3 victory over the West Geauga team. Led by the stellar performance of pitcher Luciana Paolillo, the Warriors showcased their prowess and secured a well-deserved win.
Paolillo’s command of the game was evident from the start, as she struck out an impressive 16 batters over the course of seven innings. Despite surrendering six hits and three runs, Paolillo remained composed, steering her team to victory with precision and skill.
The offensive prowess of the Warriors was on full display, with standout performances from Carly Kray and Mckenna Vencill. Kray’s bat proved to be a potent weapon, as she collected three hits in four at-bats, including a crucial double in the fourth inning. Vencill also made her mark with two runs batted in, contributing significantly to the team’s offensive onslaught.
From the outset, the Warriors set the tone for the game, opening the scoring in the first inning with a well-executed play that saw Makenna Rhodes drive in a run with a timely single. The momentum continued in the second inning, as the Warriors extended their lead with three additional runs, courtesy of RBI singles from Kray and Vencill.
Despite a valiant effort from West Geauga, led by pitcher Lely Percassi, who battled through seven innings, the Warriors’ relentless offensive pressure proved to be too much to handle. Percassi’s efforts were commendable, as she held her own against a formidable lineup, striking out two batters and demonstrating resilience in the face of adversity.
Edgewood’s offensive onslaught was further fueled by the collective efforts of Addison Lamson, Makenna Rhodes, and Avery Vencill, who each contributed multiple hits to the team’s impressive tally of 13 hits for the game.
For West Geauga, Dayana Malone emerged as a standout performer, tallying three hits in four at-bats and providing a spark for her team’s offense. Shaylynn Rogaski, Lely Perkassi, and Malone each drove in a run, showcasing the team’s determination to compete until the final out.
With this victory under their belts, the 6 – 3 Edgewood Warriors look ahead to their next challenge as they prepare to face off against Perry in a key CVC Lake Division contest in their upcoming game on Thursday. Bolstered by their stellar performance, the Warriors remain focused and determined to continue their winning streak as they strive for excellence on the softball diamond. West Geauga (6 – 5) will look to bounce back against Orange on Thursday.
