Ottawa swim club makes big splash at Sunsplash Invitational
The Opie Swim Club featured 18 swimmers at Blackbolt Park with multiple personal bests. Rachel Fredericks won three events in the 11-12 division. Brooklyn Emery claimed two wins in the 13-14 group. Bryce Huschka and Bret Emery earned several medals across the 8 to 15-17 brackets, all with personal bests.
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Ottawa Dominates Topeka Swimming Meet In June
Ottawa swimmers win 46 of 59 events in Topeka meet held June 29. Top six finishes from most ages include Elise Rock and Megan Meloche leading in multiple events. Girls and boys medley relays claim first, while several standout performances by Killough Browning Fitzgerald and Emery accompany a final note of girls freestyle canceled due to darkness.
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Panel reviews ORC program amid playing time tensions
The ORC board discussed bench time as a concern with son of a board member deeming it a waste given other activities. Frank Garvin urged steps this summer to prevent future issues, while Gagini urged addressing coaches not giving all players fair chances. Board said resolution was too late for this season. ORC reports record complaints about playing time.
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Scanlon Stops Royals In 4-3 Milwaukee Win
Scanlon praised his performance and credited Nilsson with a pivotal homer after Meacham’s error left the plate vulnerable. Hal McRae noted Scanlan’s inner-half strikes setting up off-speed pitches as the key to success. Nilsson’s 3-1 pitch into the bullpen broke a 2-2 tie late.
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Ottawa shuts out Louisburg in early rally at Emporia tourney
Ottawa whipped Louisburg four runs on two hits and four walks in two innings. Pelton relieved Bloomer and escaped a bases loaded jam before Ottawa’s offense surged with seven runs in the third and five in the fourth. Pelton improved to 9-1 as Ottawa balances rotation for Chanute game and tournament action.
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