Whatever Marist needs, Penn State recruit Bree Hanik comes through like a cool breeze. ‘You just want to be around her.’ June 6, 2024 at 8:16 a.m. Junior outfielder Bree Hanik develops into a triple threat for Marist.
A tough second at-bat didn’t stop Marist’s Soleil Tate. She could count the ways. ‘The third time was the charm.’ June 4, 2024 at 9:46 a.m. Soleil Tate's clutch hit closes out the win for Marist in the supersectional.
Not almost, Bella Olmos hustles home with the winning run for Lincoln-Way Central. ‘I knew I had to run hard.’ May 31, 2024 at 10:19 p.m. Bella Olmos scores the winning run as Lincoln-Way Central slip past Lockport.
Rhea Mardjetko turns relief role into a revelation for Lemont. And the wins keep coming. ‘Go in and do your thing.’ May 29, 2024 at 10:56 p.m. The senior right-hander pitched the final four innings to earn the win for Lemont.
Florida State recruit Bella Dimitrijevic fires away for Lincoln-Way Central. ‘In awe every time I see her pitch.’ May 28, 2024 at 9:31 p.m. The Florida State-bound pitcher heads into the sectional with a 24-2 record and 342 strikeouts.
Richards cashes in another crucial victory behind Violet McIntyre. How does she do it? She’s ‘part of our fiber.’ May 22, 2024 at 10:01 p.m. Violet McIntyre's double keyed Richards to a 2-1 regional win over McAuley.
A regular at third base, Oak Forest’s Morgan Reczkiewicz gets chance to set up behind plate. ‘This was interesting.’ May 21, 2024 at 8:53 a.m. Reczkiewicz reached base three times and drove in a run Monday for Oak Forest.
Ava Lorenzatti brings out her inner Bobcat to lead Beecher. And she’s not kidding. ‘I saw it and let it rip.’ May 18, 2024 at 8:08 p.m. Ava Lorenzatti struck out 17 and fired a three-hit shutout as Beecher won the regional.
Tony Baranek’s Daily Southtown softball rankings and player of the week May 17, 2024 at 1:09 p.m. Lincoln-Way Central ends regular season in top spot and Marist moves back up.
With sisters nearby, Meghan Potenza pulls double duty for Shepard. She doesn’t forget, either. ‘Meg is just Meg.’ May 16, 2024 at 9:49 a.m. Meghan Potenza tallies two hits and makes a highlight-reel catch for the Astros.