Mount Vernon rallies past Western Dubuque in 6-5 win
Mount Vernon Mustangs improved to 12-10 with a 6-5 non conference victory over Class 3A No. 3 Western Dubuque at Mount Mercy's Plaster Athletic Complex. The win, part of a four game streak, featured a Miles Francois triple and multi hit efforts from Haverback and Rentschler as MV avenged last year’s sub state final loss.
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Tait Rentschler
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Marion Wolves rely on team bond and growth this season
Marion softball, led by head coach Joseph Swanson, emphasizes unity over win totals. Senior shortstop Michaela Goad leads with a .452 batting average, while senior outfielder Kasia Hahn and senior Mya Chamberlin contribute across the lineup. The Wolves stand 12-12, aiming to improve one percent daily and build confidence for better results.
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Perfect situation pays off for Pilcher Xavier
Cedar Rapids Xavier defeats Western Dubuque 6-4 in a Mississippi Valley Conference softball game at Bob Brusha Field. Katie Pilcher delivered two clutch at bats driving in runs as the Saints rallied from a 4-3 deficit, with Baylen Conlon earning the win and her 500th career strikeout.
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Western Dubuque wins in final inning over Center Point Urbana
Western Dubuque pitcher Hunter Qua gliano delivered a grounder that plated Grant Glausser on a sacrifice fly after Center Point Urbana walked Brett Harris to load the bases. Qua gliano drove in the decisive run in the bottom of the seventh for a 3-2 win in a non conference matchup.
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Blayze Havel
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Bryer Wiley
Tanner Anderson
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