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Indianapolis Star
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Indianapolis Star
Noblesville and its 'incredibly impressive' offense dethrone defending 4A state champion
FISHERS — The Noblesville softball team typically likes to show up early for games, especially when they're at home. But there were conflicting reports (briefly, at least) as to how early the Millers were for Monday's Class 4A Sectional 8 opener vs. Hamilton Southeastern. "We got here kind of around normal game time," Brookelyn Grayson said. "We pulled in before 4," teammate Addi Emmerson quickly corrected. "Oh, we did?" Grayson replied, before explaining that, yes, the Millers were in fact very early for their first state tournament game. "We got here and the other team was nowhere to be found. 'Are we here too early? Are we at the right spot?'" the senior infielder laughed. "We normally get there early for games. … But yeah, we were definitely here earlier than normal." More: Defense has carried Lapel softball. And the gloves were on point again Monday. It's better to be ahead of schedule than behind it and Noblesville's unusually early arrival allowed the players to take their time warming up and gave them an opportunity to calm the pregame nerves. The vibes were immaculate. Noblesville was ready. And when the first pitch was thrown, it set about executing its gameplan. Facing arguably the state's top pitcher in Hamilton Southeastern junior Grace Swedarsky, the Millers looked to attack early in the count so as to avoid seeing her up-spin later in the at-bat. Delaney Rundle ripped a lead-off triple on Swedarsky's third pitch of the game, then came around to score when Grayson doubled on the second pitch of her at-bat. "After the first inning, I felt really hype for our team, just getting a run early," Grayson said following her 3-for-3, two RBI, two-run performance. "We only had one run (against her during the regular season), so that was huge." Noblesville remained aggressive, and when the Royals scratched across runs in the second and fifth to tie, it unleashed a seven-run barrage in the bottom of the fifth, setting itself on course for a decisive 9-4 victory. Seven of those runs came against Swedarsky, who allowed nine hits, issued one walk and struck out four. The Virginia Tech commit has allowed multiple runs in three of her 11 postseason starts (five shutouts). It's happened twice vs. Noblesville. "Grace is a really fantastic pitcher, but we're also really good hitters here," Emmerson said. The Millers spent the past few practices with the speed dialed up on the pitching machine to prepare for Swedarsky's speed and focused on laying off pitches up in the zone. Force her down in the zone, said catcher Maggie Kern, who initiated the fifth-inning rally with a bases-clearing double. From there, approaches were more individualized. Emmerson doubled on a pitch inside in the fourth, so her coaches told her to watch for an outside pitch. "I was like, 'OK, let's see it." The senior infielder took the first pitch then, as promised, Swedarsky went outside with her next pitch — and Emmerson launched it over the right-field wall for a two-run home run, her fifth of the season and third over the past four games. "When I saw it go over, I was ecstatic," beamed Emmerson, who finished 2-for-4 with a double, two RBIs and a run scored. "I'm never looking for a home run, but when they go over, I'm always OK with it." Rundle finished with two hits, two walks and two runs scored; Izzy Zapp tallied two hits and a run scored and pitcher Addison Retzinger notched a hit, while also allowing just two runs on three hits with six strikeouts and seven walks over 6.2 innings. Noblesville out-hit HSE, 11-4, and boasts a team season average of .365 with 25 homers and 39 doubles. It's averaging around eight runs per game, and has seven-plus in four straight games. "Noblesville's always been an incredibly impressive offensive team," HSE coach Emily Pusti said. "Their bats are good. They've got really fast slappers. And their talent being really aggressive challenges the defense. … We got checked on that in the first inning, but our girls figured it out from there and improved. I'm so proud of them." Noblesville advances to face Fishers on Tuesday.
Indianapolis Star
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Indianapolis Star
School records, national marks, sectional titles. Vote for track and field athlete of week
IndyStar track and field athlete of the week, presented by YMCA of Greater Indianapolis, returns with top sectional performers. Congrats to last week's winner, Sheridan's Damon Winston, who won with 7,464 votes. This poll will celebrate the best of Central Indiana track and field throughout the 2025 season. The poll will be open until noon Friday. Cast your vote at the bottom of the article: Elia Blackmore, Hamilton Southeastern: Blackmore set a school record in the 300-meter hurdles (43.24 seconds) as the Royals hosted the sectional meet. Blackmore also won the 100 hurdles (14.81). Kya Crooke, Heritage Christian: The senior Arizona commit won the 100 (12.35 seconds), high jump (5-6) and long jump (19-3) in the sectional at Lawrence Central. Emma Gardner, Greenwood: The senior won the shot put sectional title (42-11) at Franklin. Gardner has the sixth-best mark in the state this spring. Olivia Grimes, Greensburg: The senior won the discus sectional title at Columbus North (149-4) with the second-best performance in the state this spring and best in the sectional meets. Grimes also won the shot put sectional title (40-1). Kate Kubacki, Cathedral: The senior won the 300 hurdles (44.22) in the sectional at Lawrence Central to record the fifth-best performance in the state this season. She also qualified for the regional in the 100 hurdles (15.35) and qualified with the 4x100 (48.79) and 4x400 (3:57.16) relay teams. Anissa Lammie, Hamilton Southeastern: Lammie, a sophomore who has the best 400 mark in the state, ran a 55.51 time in the event to win the sectional. She also helped the 4x400 relay team to a sectional title (3:50.85) and a second-place finish in the 4x800 relay (9:25.58). Addison Martin, Franklin: The junior won the pole vault at Franklin with a 12-11 3/4 mark that ranks as the best in the state this spring. She also won the high jump (5-4) and helped the 4x100 relay team to a victory (49.08). Bendu Merchant, Perry Meridian: The senior won the long jump in the sectional at Franklin (17-5) and qualified for the regional in the 100 hurdles (14.68) with a second-place finish. Savana Miller, Franklin Central: The senior ran a 4:54.22 in the 1,600 to win the sectional title at Greenfield-Central. Miller also ran on the winning 4x800 relay team. Nellie Standeford, Monrovia: The junior won the sectional title in the long jump (18-5) at Avon and also qualified for the regional in the 4x100 relay (50.85) with a third-place finish. Brock DeBello, Tri-West: The senior broke his own school record in the 400 (48.49) by winning the Plainfield sectional with a top-10 mark in the state this spring. Cameron Kelley, Brebeuf Jesuit: Kelley won the long jump at Lawrence Central with a jump of 23-4 ½. That mark is the third-best in the state this spring. Baylor Miller, Northridge: The junior had a big sectional meet at Goshen, winning the 1,600 meters (4:11.56) and helping the 4x400 relay team to a sectional title (3:27.05). Jordan Randall, Warsaw: The junior posted a mark of 7-1 ¼ at the Goshen sectional to set a new school record and break the sectional mark that stood for more than 40 years. That performance ranks him No. 4 in the U.S. for outdoor competition. Will Riley, Greenwood: The senior won the 100 meters (10.73) at the Shelbyville sectional and helped the 4x100 relay team to a sectional championship (42.40). Antonio Smith, North Central: Smith ran a 21.63 to win the 200 meters in the sectional at Lawrence Central. That mark is the top time coming out of the sectional meets. The senior also helped North Central to a sectional championship in the 4x400 relay (3:17.32) and second place in the 4x100 relay (42.32). Will Snedeker, Westfield: Snedeker was the sectional champion in the 800 (1:54.11) at Fishers and anchored the 4x400 relay team to a sectional victory (3:21.50). Sebastian Sprague, Mt. Vernon: The junior won the 400 (48.70), was part of the winning 4x400 relay (3:23.08) and took second in the 100 (10.93) and long jump (21-10 ¼) at the Marauders' sectional. Sam Vaught, Roncalli: The senior had a big sectional meet at Greenfield-Central, breaking a 50-year-old school record with a sectional title in the 800 (1:56.00) and anchoring the 4x400 (3:22.19) and 4x800 (8:01.96) relay teams to sectional championships. His 800 was the ninth fastest coming out of the sectional meets. Noah Wellington, Riverside: The senior won sectional titles at Ben Davis in the 200 (22.08) and 400 (48.92).
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Yahoo
HamCo prosecutors file to move charges to adult court for teen accused in Mason Alexander death
The Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office filed to transfer their case against the driver accused in 18-year-old Mason Alexander's death to adult court. On March 1, 2025, Alexander was a passenger in a 2016 BMW 340 traveling south on Florida Road near 113th Street in Fishers. The BMW's 17-year-old driver tried to pass another vehicle just before the crest of a hill but spotted oncoming traffic, swerved to avoid a collision and veered off the road. The BMW struck a tree and caught fire. Alexander was pronounced dead at the scene. More: Hamilton Southeastern graduate, Pitt freshman CB Mason Alexander dies in car accident Authorities declined to comment on reports of an arrest last week, but on May 5 confirmed that a juvenile court petition alleges reckless homicide, reckless driving and false government identification. Though Alexander's family confirmed the driver has turned 18 since the crash, Indiana law requires the case to begin in juvenile court. Under state statute, adult criminal courts only have automatic jurisdiction for minors charged with specific crimes, none of which are alleged in this case. The prosecutor's office confirmed the teen is in custody as of May 5. "As prosecutors, we are committed to seeking justice in a way that honors Mason's life and respects the seriousness of this tragedy," Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Joshua Kocher wrote. The defendant's name will not be released unless the court agrees to move the case out of the juvenile system. The prosecutor's office did not immediately respond to a question about when the judge's ruling will be made. Alexander's family has been vocal in their search for answers. On April 21, his family and friends rallied outside the sheriff's office holding signs demanding justice and accountability. Alexander, a star football player, graduated early from Hamilton Southeastern High School to play as a cornerback for the University of Pittsburgh. Ryan Murphy is the communities reporter for IndyStar. She can be reached at rhmurphy@ This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: HamCo prosecutors want to try driver in fatal Mason Alexander crash as adult
Indianapolis Star
22-04-2025
- Sport
- Indianapolis Star
IHSAA softball Fab 15: Zionsville reclaims top spot; New Palestine continues top-10 surge
Show Caption Spoiler alert: Zionsville reclaimed the top spot in this week's Central Indiana high school softball power rankings, but there's a new contender building a very compelling case for the top spot in 3A powerhouse New Palestine. Here's how the area's top teams stack up as we round into the final full week in April. 1. Zionsville (9-1) Last week: 2 Emma Vargo's seventh-inning base hit lifted the Eagles to a 1-0 win over defending Class 4A state champion Hamilton Southeastern. Leah Helton spun a five-hit shutout, fanning 10 batters and issuing zero walks. Zionsville maintained momentum with a 7-2 win over McCutcheon (7-2). 2. New Palestine (8-0) LW: 6 Really impressive week for the Dragons, who rolled through Franklin Central, Hamilton Southeastern and East Central, and grinded out a nine-inning win over Carmel. Gold star for pitcher Sadey Hughbanks, who allowed just one earned run over 19 innings with 26 strikeouts, including 11 in that 4-3 win over Carmel. The offense is clicking, too, boasting a team average of .383 with 87 hits (five homers, 21 doubles) and 75 runs scored. Big game Wednesday at Zionsville. 3. Hamilton Southeastern (6-4) LW: 1 Tough week for the Royals, whose 1-0 loss to Zionsville was followed by a 12-1 setback against New Palestine. HSE committed six errors and managed just three hits in the loss. The Royals will have a couple bounce-back opportunities this week with games against Avon and Lawrence North. 4. Roncalli (5-0) LW: 3 The Royals rolled to a 14-0 win over Brebeuf Jesuit in their lone game last week. Their event at Bedford North Lawrence was rained out. Kayla Brewer, Lauren Candler and Addy Poe combined for a five-inning no-hitter with nine strikeouts vs. the Braves. 5. Cathedral (9-0) LW: 4 The Irish snapped a four-game losing streak in their series against Danville, rolling to a 16-5 win. Anna Moore, Angie Valentine, Sidney Feczko and Maddie Liter all collected three hits, with Valentine, Feczko and Liter all homering and collecting multiple RBIs. Feczko also pitched five shutout innings with nine strikeouts. The Carmel Invite this weekend will pit Cathedral against 4A powerhouse Penn on Saturday. 6. Center Grove (7-2) LW: 5 The Trojans added three wins to their ledger, including a dramatic late-inning win over Brownsburg on Thursday. Hayden Baird and Brynn Meyer collected multiple hits against the Bulldogs, while Mae Munson drove in two runs. The pitching trio of Riley Fuhr, Kara Biever and Sarah Riley combined for six strikeouts and allowed just three earned runs on eight hits. CG capped its week with a 7-4 win over Bloomington South and has a busy week ahead with Franklin Central, Columbus North and Bedford North Lawrence. 7. Noblesville (6-0) LW: 12 The Millers can rake. They out-scored Fishers, Carmel, Lawrence North and WL Harrison by a combined 47-3 and have an overall run differential of 61-9 through their first six games. Noblesville is currently 10th in the coaches' rankings, but if they're able to finish above .500 over this next stretch — Franklin Central, Western, Castle and Lake Central — I'd expect them to surge up the rankings. 9. Plainfield (8-1) LW: 7 The Quakers mostly breezed through their three games last week, racing out to a 7-0 lead over Whiteland en route to a 7-3 win then claiming their next two — a rematch with Whiteland and trip to Avon — by a combined score of 24-1. Their next big test figures to come Saturday at McCutcheon. 9. Cascade (5-3) LW: 8 The Cadets are starting to string together some wins. They ran their win streak to four last week with triumphs over Northview and Edgewood. The second game saw them battle back from a 2-1 third-inning deficit to win, 5-2, with Tara Gruca going 3-for-3 at the plate with two RBIs and a run, and both Lacie Godby and Grace Gray smacking triples. Godby allowed two runs (one earned) on six hits over seven innings with five strikeouts. 10. Brownsburg (6-3) LW: 10 Close only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades, but the Bulldogs were right there against Center Grove, fighting back form a three-run deficit to force a 6-all tie in the top of the sixth (Tatum Hunt homer got things started). A sacrifice fly in the bottom half was ultimately the difference. Big test Tuesday at Zionsville, then it's off to Mooresville and the Carmel Invite over the next three days. 11. Lapel (8-2) LW: 9 The Bulldogs placed third at the final Madison County tournament, bouncing back from a semifinals loss to Alexandria-Monroe with an 18-4 triumph over Anderson. The senior-driven outfit has been led at the plate by Laylah Gore, Tatum Harper and Ava Everman, with juniors Paige Stires and Delaney Basler providing quality pop in the lineup, as well. Ava Zdanowski has struck out 31 through her first 24.1 innings pitched; Karlie Jannings has allowed just 11 earned runs on 15 hits through 15.2 innings. 12. Fishers (9-3) LW: 11 The Tigers were held to just two hits and blown out by Noblesville, 15-0, but bounced back with wins over WL Harrison, Lowell, Logansport and Lawrence North. They return to action Tuesday against Westfield, then travel to Yorktown on Thursday. Hailey Kinder, Anna McGrath, Azstryd Alexander, Brooke Clayton, Kate Murray, Kendall Jordan and Frankie Jackson have all cleared 10-plus hits this season. Jordan, who returned from injury last week, is 10-for-16 with seven runs, three homers and nine RBIs. 13. Franklin Central (6-5) LW: 13 After falling to New Palestine during the week, the Flashes were on the cusp of a big win Saturday at Lake Central, jumping out to a 4-0 lead in the first inning, then scoring twice in the seventh to make it a two-run game, but they fell short, 11-9. Sarah Miller an Jadyn Tinsley had four and three hits, respectively, and FC bounced back with a 19-5 win over Edwardsburg, a top-ranked team out of Michigan. 14. Shelbyville (8-5) LW: NR The Golden Bears took losses earlier this month to East Central, HSE (4-0), Edwardsville (Ill.), Cascade and Eastern Hancock. They've since bounced back with four straight wins, including a 7-5 decision over conference foe Pendleton Heights. Senior Addison Stieneker is batting .545 with 21 RBis, 10 doubles, two triples and four homers, while Anna Shearer's driven in 18 runs and boasts a .450 average. Gracie Crafton, a sophomore, is 6-3 with a 3.90 ERA and 76 strikeouts through 66.1 innings pitched. New Palestine looms next week. 15. Lutheran (5-3) The Saints rolled to 8-2 wins over Lawrence Central and Trinity Lutheran. Speedway and a doubleheader at Mt. Vernon this week should provide a couple formidable tests following Tuesday's trip to Cardinal Ritter.
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Yahoo
'Trust the process': Officials give update in Mason Alexander crash, investigation
The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office released a statement regarding next steps in the crash that caused the death of Hamilton Southeastern graduate and Pitt freshman cornerback, Mason Alexander. The sheriff's office said on April 17, members of their crash team met with the Hamilton County Prosecuting Attorney's Office to discuss the investigation and criminal charges. They also met with various family members and continue to reach out for ongoing communication with loved ones. "The Hamilton County community experienced a deep loss with the passing of Mason Alexander," the statement released Monday read. "This crash has been under investigation since that date. The HCSO is approaching this case, with dignity, respect, and due diligence." Because the driver of the BMW involved in the March 1 crash was a juvenile, their identity has not been released by the sheriff's office. The sheriff's office encouraged the community to "trust the process,' a phrase, "many of us may recall from coaches during our time in organized sports." The agency said there are established policies and procedures that guide investigations and adherence to them is essential to not compromise the case. Mason Alexander: Hamilton Southeastern graduate, Pitt freshman CB Mason Alexander dies in car accident Alexander was a passenger in a 2016 BMW 320 before being killed in a car crash on Florida Road near 113th Street in Fishers. At the same time, a 2015 Toyota Rav4 was traveling north on Florida Road near Geist Park. About 9 p.m. March 1, the BMW entered the northbound lane and began to pass a southbound vehicle before pulling to the right to avoid the Toyota. The Toyota veered right off the east side of the roadway to avoid the collision and struck a mailbox. The BMW slid through the grass before hitting and tree and catching fire. Alexander was pronounced dead at the scene. He was one of the top recruits in the country as a cornerback. He was a two-time all-state selection and had offers from several top programs before picking Pitt over Purdue, Wisconsin and others. He also anchored Hamilton Southeastern's 4x100-meter state champion relay team last spring. The sheriff's office said it is not uncommon for these types of investigations to take months to complete. Jade Jackson is a Public Safety Reporter for the Indianapolis Star. You can email her at and follow her on X, formerly Twitter @IAMJADEJACKSON. IndyStar sports reporter Kyle Neddenriep contributed to this article. This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Charges possible for driver in Mason Alexander crash, officials say
