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Yahoo
15-06-2025
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- Yahoo
PREP BASEBALL: Jameson Remole delivers offensive spark in Salt Fork's sectional championship
ARCOLA — Salt Fork's Jameson Remole knew a change was needed. The senior infielder/pitcher was just 2-of-12 at the plate with one RBI during the IHSA Class 1A postseason tournament. 'I've been in a slump, but I kept believing in myself,'' Remole said. 'I decided to switch some things up and put some glasses on.'' Advertisement Remole, sporting a pair of stylish sunglasses, drilled a 0-1 pitch into the right-centerfield gap, scoring Fletcher Clem and igniting a 4-run sixth inning for the Storm as they rallied to beat the Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley Falcons 8-7 in an IHSA Class 1A sectional championship game at Buxton Field in Arcola. '(Brayden Elliott) threw it right there and I hit it the other way,'' Remole said. 'I can't say that I started it all, but it felt good to get things started in that inning.'' It was just the type situation that Remole has handled in his high school career, according to Salt Fork baseball coach Joe Hageman. 'Jameson hit the ball hard his first couple of times at the plate, he just didn't get rewarded,'' Hageman said. 'He kind of likes that situation. He is that kid, whether it be football, whether it be basketball, whether it be baseball. He likes to be that kid with pressure on him. He has a lot of experience and has been very successful and he was again today.'' Advertisement Senior Pedro Rangel IV, who was the winning pitcher for Salt Fork, followed with a sacrifice fly, next was freshman Pedro Rangel V with an RBI single to center and Brayden Norton capped the scoring with a single to left. 'My dad and I have always talked about hitting is contagious. One person finds a decent hit and the rest of team will follow,'' said Rangel V. 'I knew my last at-bat wasn't the greatest. I struck out on four straight off-speed pitches. 'I had a feeling, he was going to keep going to it. I just had to wait back, see it out of his hand and make decent contact with it.'' The Storm (23-7) had taken an 8-4 lead after trailing 2-1 and 4-3 earlier in the game. But, it was in the fifth inning when Rangel IV scored on a throwing error to tie the game at 4-4 that Salt Fork followed a run-producing inning with a scoreless inning for GCMS (16-12). Advertisement 'I'm sure in their dugout they felt like they had battled back and been able to take the lead all game, so that time, we held serve,'' Hageman said. 'We were able press, get the lead for the first time since the third inning in the sixth. 'I think it put some pressure on them and allowed our kids to relax.'' But, not completely. The Falcons came back with 2 runs in the bottom of the six on a double by Graydon Leonard off Rangel V, who came on in relief for his older brother Rangel IV. Things got really tight for the Storm in seventh as Rangel V walked two of the first three batters he faced. 'Obviously there was a lot of pressure in that kind of situation,'' said Rangel V, who has earned the save in both the regional championship game and the sectional championship game for Salt Fork. 'I had to stay composed and trust my defense.'' Advertisement But, the freshman admittedly showed some frustration with a couple calls by home plate umpire Jake Jurczak. 'I lost it a little bit. I tried to stay more composed and not let it get to me,'' he said. 'I know the umpire is making the right call and I just needed to make a better pitcher on the next one.'' After getting the second out in the frame, GCMS junior Trent Wetherall made it a 1-run game (8-7) on an infield single. Rangel V walked Leonard to load the bases for Connor Kinzinger, who had a single, a double and two RBIs, but this time he hit a chopper to Salt Fork freshman third baseman Eli Wear, who fielded the ball and stepped on third for the final out. 'It seemed it took forever for the ball to get to him,'' said Remole. 'I saw it was a high hopper and he was getting it on a short hop, I was like 'oh no.' That moment might have been the most nervous I have ever been on a field. Advertisement 'I had faith in him to make that play. He has been consistent this entire year, making plays as a freshman. It's hard being at third base as a freshman, starting on varsity.'' Wear is one of four freshmen that start for the Storm, who only have 11 players — six are freshmen. 'We have 11 kids. That's all we have,'' Remole said. 'When you look at us, we are not the biggest team, we're not the fastest team, but we have the most courage and we have a great team atmosphere.''
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Poplar Springs Shootout provides local teams a valuable tune-up
GRACEVILLE, Fla. (WMBB) — Several local girls basketball teams tipped off their summer seasons this week at the annual Poplar Springs Shootout, using the three-day event not just for competition, but for growth, chemistry and motivation. Each team entered with its own goals, from rebuilding rosters to preparing for championship runs. For Holmes County, last season's Class 1A state runners-up, the mission is clear, finish what they started. 'I want people to say this is the team to beat this year,' rising sophomore Jacee Bowers said. 'It's a privilege. People walk in the gym and know this is the team to beat, that feels good. 'We're coming in hard, showing up every day,' rising senior Ava Jones said. 'As seniors, it's exciting. We're ready to take on the role, and our goal is to get to that last game of the season and win it all.' The Arnold Lady Marlins celebrated a key return as rising senior Abby Long stepped back onto the court following a nine-month recovery from a torn ACL. 'Abby's worked really hard at rehab, and she's going to be a big part of our team,' Arnold Head Coach David Pleat said. 'It takes a lot of courage and commitment to come back from an ACL injury. You really admire them for that.' Meanwhile, the Mosley Dolphins entered the tournament with just one senior, giving younger players an early opportunity to embrace leadership roles. 'Tournaments like this help us build as a team,' rising sophomore Faith Alvarado said. 'We learn how to play together and learn each other on the court. It's been really good all around.' The host team, the Poplar Springs Lady Atomics, used the event to introduce their new head coach, JJ Price. 'I officially start July 1, but with the camp and this tournament going on, I've basically been here since the last week of May,' Price said. 'It's been a great chance to get to know the girls and start preparing.' Holmes County finished the tournament undefeated at 7-0. First-year head coach Brandon French said they aren't slowing down anytime soon. 'We're going to keep playing,' French said. 'A lot of these young guys didn't get a ton of game experience last year, so we're getting in as many games as we can this summer. We're only a few weeks in, but everybody's stepping into their roles really well.' Whether rebuilding or returning with veteran talent, every team left Poplar Springs with more experience, and a better understanding of what it takes to win. The three-day event began on Monday, continued Tuesday, and wrapped up on Thursday evening. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Miami Herald
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
True North's Valdes and Divine Savior's Kettlewell are Dade Tennis Players of the Year
Both Gabriel Valdes and Lauren Kettlewell have become excellent tennis players individually around the world. Both, however, were reminded this year how much fun and fulfilling it was to play in a team setting as each finished their seasons as state champions. Valdes, a junior at Miami True North Classical Academy, and Kettlewell, a senior at Divine Savior Academy in Doral, are the Miami Herald's Miami-Dade County Tennis Players of the Year. Valdes, who went unbeaten during the regular season, winning district and regional titles, was part of school history as he anchored True North's boys' squad to its first ever team state championship. Valdes defeated several of the county's top players, not losing a match until the Class 1A team final against overall state champion Ricardo Espaillat from Boca Raton St. Andrews. But Valdes, who also made the finals with doubles partner Caleb Chow, had the last laugh as they secured the team title following a 4-2 victory. 'It's been a tough past couple of years, but we finally pulled it off,' Valdes said. 'Our team energy was great and we were able to split the doubles point. Our singles were in a grind for hours. It's great when you hear your teammates scream and then you see them shake hands because they won and it's a great feeling. 'I feel like school tennis is always good for tennis players' improvement. It teaches you to care about your teammates and want them to do well.' Valdes grew up admiring Roger Federer, who he said always played 'beautiful tennis,' and has since tried to emulate pros such as Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. He also once got the chance to drill with women's pro Danielle Collins. 'Their competitiveness is unbelievable. They're all there for one thing,' Valdes said. 'They make it clear they're there to win and I found that really interesting.' Kettlewell had that same drive this season while making school history for Divine Savior. Kettlewell completed an impressive run through Class 1A, culminating with her first overall singles state championship. She also reached the overall doubles final with her partner, Anabella Parente. Beyond just tennis, Kettlewell is the first athlete in the history of the school, which opened in 2004 to win a state championship. 'The season was super fun. As a whole team, we put all of our energy into it. Winning state and getting to the finals with my doubles partner was great,' Kettlewell said. Kettlewell, who has signed with Boston University, had been away from team competition for a couple of years, but was happy to return to it this season. Her success on the court made it all the more worthwhile. 'It prepared me because I was away from the team environment for a while,' said Kettlewell, who plans to study data science at Boston University. 'The team itself taught me a lot about how to support each other.'
Yahoo
17-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Watch East Union softball celebrate its MHSAA 2A championship over Pisgah
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Chicago Tribune
13-05-2025
- Sport
- Chicago Tribune
Sophomore Luke Young, called up after six games, makes pitch for Marmion. Again and Again. ‘Started to settle in.'
Sophomore right-hander Luke Young was called up from junior varsity for Marmion's sixth game of the season, a nonconference showdown against defending Class 1A power Ottawa Marquette. Little did Young know, in the six weeks to follow, that he would use the opportunity to become one of Cadets' most important pitchers. 'I heard talks about maybe pitching on varsity, but I started on JV,' Young said. 'When I got the call, I was super excited. Now, I'm confident and excited to pitch more varsity games.' Young's latest test came against crosstown rival Aurora Central Catholic. Young worked five strong innings Monday, keeping Marmion in the game until a three-run rally in the seventh inning resulted in a 4-3 Catholic League White win. Young struck out five and gave up only one earned run on three hits and four walks for the Cadets (17-11-1, 8-1), who pulled out the win by scoring two runs with two outs in the top of the seventh after a pop-up by Charlie Schweiner with the bases-loaded fell. Schweiner and Michael Lio each contributed two hits for Marmion. Eddie Morvice earned the win in relief and Matt Murray came on for the save. The big seventh squandered a solid outing from Tyler Davis, who went 5 2/3 innings before hitting his pitch count for ACC (14-12, 5-6). He struck out seven, allowing a run on three hits and five walks. Raul Gomez Jr. and Andrew Nugent each added RBI singles for the Chargers. Young, meanwhile, has continued to impress at every opportunity for the Cadets. He built on last week's solid win over Montini with Monday's performance. 'Luke was great, especially being a sophomore up on varsity,' Marmion assistant coach Will Dorjath said. 'He's had a lot of opportunities to build up to this, and I think this was one of the best he's looked. 'The first couple outings he got his feet wet, and now I think you can see he's going to be a mainstay on this staff for years to come.' In the offseason, Marmion was impressed by Young's arsenal. With 16 seniors, however, varsity opportunities weren't plentiful. After six games, though, the Cadets made the call. And Young hasn't looked back. 'We saw early in the offseason he had a really nice fastball,' Dorjath said. 'When he really commits to that curveball, it's really good. And just the poise on the mound, he's a guy who wants the ball in pressure situations. 'Even as a sophomore, you can see that mental side to him that you can't really beat.' Young exited the game Monday down 2-1. Marmion then loaded the bases in the seventh with two outs on a fielder's choice, a hit and a walk. Down to his last strike, Schweiner produced the bloop that fell in between the second baseman and right fielder, and suddenly, Young was off the hook for the loss. Marmion also was in the lead. 'Put balls in play and you never know what will happen,' Dorjath said. 'That's baseball.' ACC went from what looked like a hard-fought win to a stunning loss. It gave Davis a no-decision. 'Tyler pitched outstanding,' ACC coach Rich Swann said. 'Every time he was in any kind of trouble he was able to work out of it. His off-speed stuff was dynamite, throwing it for strikes. 'He got his fastball over as well. When he pitches like that, he's tough to hit.' At the same time, Young felt a sense of relief when the ball dropped in during the seventh. Having passed yet another varsity test with the postseason looming, he's ready for more. 'I've started to settle in and it's become slower for me and I'm more comfortable,' Young said. 'I'm excited to contribute as much as I can and do whatever I can to win games.'
