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Red Devils Torch Hornets with 23 Runs & a No-Hitter

By Cassandra Swartz Fresh off delivering its own mercy rule in the semifinal, Hawthorne had the roles reversed Friday night in the Class 1A-District 8 championship game against Williston. As errors mounted for the home Hornets, the Red Devils kept growing their lead until the run rule went into effect after three innings. “Emotions can’t describe what I’m feeling right now,” said Red Devils head coach Lavar Williams after the title win. “We came out tonight with a mission, and we held to that mission.” Williston’s powerhouse offense was backed by Raegan Geiger in the circle who tossed a no-hitter, striking...

Tigers Topple Trojans, Earn District Title Slot

By Cassandra Swartz: Behind a stellar showing in the circle by freshman pitcher Lily Neal, Union County cemented its place in the Class 1A-District 5 championship game. An 8-2 victory over Hamilton County sends theTigers to the title game against Hilliard, who upset Madison County earlier in the day. “I’m proud we survived, and I’m proud we’re going to be there [in the championship game],” said Tigers head coach James Godwin. The Tigers got off to a strong start, scoring half of their runs in the first inning. Sophomore standout Leah Clark led off with a stand-up triple before subsequently racing home on...

Gainesville Powers Past Union County

By Cassandra Swartz The Hurricanes traveled to Tiger Town Tuesday night, put up 10 runs and came away with a win in their second-to-last game of the regular season. The victory was especially sweet since the Canes had dropped three of their last four in upset losses. “It’s a real big win for the team,” said head coach Chris Chronister. “We had to turn it around.” Facing Lily Neal in the circle, Gainesville went up 2-0 early. Parris Wiggs and Jayla Clark drew walks, and each moved into scoring position with two outs. A routine grounder that should have ended the...

Williston Wins in Walk-Off Thriller

By Cassandra Swartz: Big hits in all the key moments helped propel the Red Devils to an extra-inning upset over the Union County Tigers. Freshman Nevaeh Hayes turned out to be the difference maker with her walk-off hit in the bottom of the ninth. “We played together as a team,” said Williston head coach Lavar Williams. “Tonight we finally put it together for nine innings...27 outs; that’s a long game.” The Red Devils put the Tigers on their heels early, going up 2-0 in the bottom of the first against starting pitcher Lily Neal. Olivia Davis led off with a...

Red Devils Deliver Blow to Bobcats

Written By: Cassandra Swartz On Monday night, Williston and Buchholz met for the second time this season, with the ‘Cats coming out on top the first time around. Seeking revenge, the Red Devils hit the gas early and never let up, scoring in every inning and trouncing their competitors 17-6. “Tonight’s performance –I’m happy with it,” said Red Devils head coach Lavar Williams. Facing Olivia McDaniel in the circle, Williston opened the scoring early on a single from Nevaeh Hayes that drove in Maci Vonderstrasse. Vonderstrasse had reached second after the throw to get her out at first base was mishandled. Buchholz...

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Red Devils Torch Hornets with 23 Runs & a No-Hitter

Tigers Topple Trojans, Earn District Title Slot

Gainesville Powers Past Union County

Williston Wins in Walk-Off Thriller

Red Devils Deliver Blow to Bobcats

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