The Russia Raiders look for a long tournament run after avenging two previous losses to Shelby County League rival Fort Loramie with an inspiring 8-4 victory in the sectional final at Hardman Field in Piqua. Contributing writer Ben Robinson tells the story in today’s Press Pros inside feature.
Thursday Baseball on Press Pros…Centerville and Troy (baseball), 4:45 PM, on Press Pros streaming audio and 107.3 at the game.
Straight From Hal…Newton’s David Brauer accepts a ceremonial check from Reds columnist and hall of famer Hal McCoy at the school’s annual awards assembly Wednesday morning. The Press Pros Hal McCoy award is in the amount of $2,500 for those who want to pursue a career in English, literature, or journalism. Read more in the latest Press Pros inside feature.
Where are the nests? Wildlife officials have been looking all over the district for new bald eagle nests this year. They have come up with a list of 12 active nests in southwest Ohio.
If you ever wondered what separates the “good” from the truly “great”, consider the commitment of hall of famer Lou Brock, and how be became the greatest base stealer of his era. Classic Greg Hoard, the subject of today’s Press Pros inside feature.
Instant replay only confirms one thing: Umpires are human, and they do make mistakes. But their batting average is still higher (much higher) than .300. When you think of it in those terms missed calls really aren’t such a big deal at all. Some thoughts on the subject in today’s Press Pros inside feature.
King Of The Hill…With a share of the Big Ten title on the line Brian King was outstanding through six innings Friday, but Indiana drew blood in gushes against the bullpen to even the series with a 7-2 win in ten innings. Read more in today’s Press Pros inside feature from columnist Greg Hoard.
Do You Know This Man?…Hal McCoy does, along with answers to the latest batch of questions from Press Pros readers. Check ‘em out in today’s Press Pros inside feature, and send us one of your own. The email information can be found at the bottom of the column.
Ask And You Might Just Receive…Lehman King asked for production from his batting order and senior John Copella and his mates delivered Wednesday…11 hits and 11 runs in the Cavs’ sectional tourney win over Botkins. Read more in today’s Press Pros inside feature.
For three years, the residents of the Grand Lake St. Marys area have organized the “Get the Carp Outta Here” tournament. The idea is to get as many rough fish as possible out of Grand Lake to help in the cleanup process. You can help the cause and win prizes doing it.
Final Installment…For all the slights and the hurt, the Cincinnati Reds had rescued him from a cruel and diminishing life. And standing on the steps of baseball’s hall of fame at his induction, classy to the end, Tony Perez never forgot that. He was a Red for life! Greg Hoard shares his final thoughts on the career, his life and times as a Red, of “Doggie”.
