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March 25, 2023
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NewsTribune softball preview capsules

NewsTribune softball preview capsules

A look at the Mendota, Earlville, Fieldcrest and Henry-Senachwine softball teams.

By Bill Lidinsky●
March 21, 2023 at 12:00 pm CDT

Softball: Riverdale hits 3 homers, hands St. Bede season-opening defeat

Softball: Riverdale hits 3 homers, hands St. Bede season-opening defeat

The St. Bede softball team lost its season opener to Riverdale on Monday.

By Kevin Chlum●
March 20, 2023 at 9:05 pm CDT

Photos: St. Bede vs Riverdale softball
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Photos: St. Bede vs Riverdale softball

Riverdale defeated St. Bede 7-1 on Monday, March 20, 2023 at St. Bede Academy.

By Scott Anderson●
March 20, 2023 at 8:00 pm CDT

Softball: Putnam County’s new coach likes what she sees from hard-working group

Softball: Putnam County’s new coach likes what she sees from hard-working group

Adrianna Zeman takes over an experienced, hard-working Putnam County softball program.

By Charlie Ellerbrock●
March 15, 2023 at 6:00 am CDT

L-P’s Laurel Politsch to play softball at St. Ambrose

L-P’s Laurel Politsch to play softball at St. Ambrose

La Salle-Peru senior Laurel Politsch plans to continue her softball career at St. Ambrose.

By Shaw Local News Network●
March 14, 2023 at 1:41 pm CDT

Hall softball preview: Ellie Herrmann looks to rebuild at her alma mater

Hall softball preview: Ellie Herrmann looks to rebuild at her alma mater

Ellie Herrmann, a 2015 Hall graduate, takes over the Red Devils softball program in hopes of turning it around after Hall went 4-42 over the last two seasons.

By Kevin Chlum●
March 14, 2023 at 6:00 am CDT

St. Bede softball preview: With strong core back, Bruins shooting for state

St. Bede softball preview: With strong core back, Bruins shooting for state

After a one-run loss in the sectional final last year, the St. Bede softball team, which has a strong group of returning players, is motivated entering the 2023 season and has set the goal of advancing to state.

By Kevin Chlum●
March 12, 2023 at 8:00 am CDT

La Salle-Peru softball preview: Cavaliers look to end regional drought

La Salle-Peru softball preview: Cavaliers look to end regional drought

The La Salle-Peru softball team has lost in a regional final in three straight seasons, but with eight returning starters, the Cavaliers hope to get over the hump in 2023.

By Kevin Chlum●
March 10, 2023 at 6:00 am CST

Photos: La Salle-Peru High School breaks ground on $9.5 million sports addition
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Photos: La Salle-Peru High School breaks ground on $9.5 million sports addition

La Salle-Peru High School broke ground on a $9.5 million addition to its Athletic Complex on Tuesday. The project will add baseball and softball diamonds, expansion of tennis courts and installation of artificial turf to the school’s soccer field, as well as additional parking.

By Scott Anderson●
March 07, 2023 at 6:23 pm CST

Ottawa’s McKenzie Oslanzi signs to play softball at Eastern Illinois University

Ottawa’s McKenzie Oslanzi signs to play softball at Eastern Illinois University

Ottawa High School senior McKenzie Oslanzi signed a National Letter of Intent to play softball at NCAA Division 1 Eastern Illinois University on Wednesday.

By Brian Hoxsey●
November 09, 2022 at 8:44 pm CST
2022 NewsTribune Softball All-Area Team

2022 NewsTribune Softball All-Area Team

A look at the top softball players in the NewsTribune Area this season.

By Kevin Chlum●
June 29, 2022 at 5:30 am CDT
2022 NewsTribune Softball Player of the Year

2022 NewsTribune Softball Player of the Year

Maddy Pangrcic brought intangibles, big offensive numbers and solid defense to La Salle-Peru, which helped her earn NewsTribune Softball Player of the Year.

By Kevin Chlum●
June 29, 2022 at 5:30 am CDT

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