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Friday, 31 May 2024 / Published in Central Ohio, Features

Kennedy’s Relief Crucial To Alder Regional Survival

It was sloppy at times and stress-inducing at others -- like when this infield throw on a bunt eluded Jonathan Alder's Cam Potter and allowed Kenton Ridge's Braden Smith to score -- but the Pioneers found a way to shed a pesky rival and defend their No. 1 state ranking in Division II while reaching the regional finals. (PressProsMagazine Feature Photos by Sheri Hooley).
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Wednesday, 22 May 2024 / Published in Central Ohio, Central Ohio Feature, Features

Orange Survives Pesky Coffman For 2nd Straight District Title

Olentangy Orange graduated 17 players from its 2023 state runner-up team, but managed to battle its way to another district championship after a three-run fifth inning paved the way for the Pioneers. By Jarrod Ulrey for Press Pros POWELL, Ohio – During a number of crucial moments Wednesday against Dublin Coffman, Olentangy Orange coach Tom Marker turned
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Tuesday, 21 May 2024 / Published in Features, Home Features, SCL, SCL Feature

Pitching, Baserunning Guide Fort Loramie To 5-1 Win In District Semifinals

Gabe Hart allowed 1 run in seven innings against Covington, allowing for a mediocre day of batting. The Redskins gained a huge advantage on the basepaths, making Covington pay for even the slightest of mistakes.
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Friday, 22 March 2024 / Published in Features, Home Features, SCL, SCL Feature

Russia Falls To Richmond Heights In Tight State Semifinal

Russia kept pace with Richmond Heights for three quarters but came up empty in the fourth and lost 65-52. This marks the Raiders' second consecutive state appearance, but also second consecutive semifinal loss to the Spartans.
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Sunday, 17 March 2024 / Published in Features, MAC, MAC Feature

Versailles’ Tournament Run Halts In Regional Final

A few lengthy scoring droughts and a hot shooting night for Preble Shawnee's Mason Shrout proved too much to overcome for Versailles. They bow out of the tournament one game shy of state, but reflect on an outstanding final six weeks of their season. Jace Watren (pictured) hit 2 of 5 three point shots scoring 10 points for the Tigers.