Harbor Springs softball team opened its 2026 season with a doubleheader sweep against Onaway, winning 10-6 and 7-3. The community mourns the loss of superfan Stevie, who was a significant presence in local sports.
Key points
Harbor Springs softball swept Onaway in their season opener
Game scores were 10-6 and 7-3
Stevie was a superfan for the community
His loss is a significant blow to local sports enthusiasm
The season started on April 14, 2026
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Q&A
What were the scores of the Harbor Springs softball games against Onaway?
Harbor Springs won both games against Onaway, with scores of 10-6 and 7-3.
Who was Stevie and why was he important to the Harbor Springs community?
Stevie was a superfan of the Harbor Springs sports teams, and his presence was a significant source of support and enthusiasm for the community.
When did the Harbor Springs softball team start their 2026 season?
The Harbor Springs softball team started their 2026 season on April 14.
What impact did Stevie's loss have on the Harbor Springs community?
Stevie's loss is felt deeply in the Harbor Springs community, as he was a beloved figure who contributed to the local sports culture.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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PHOTOS: Harbor Springs softball gets season going on wins over Onaway
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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PHOTOS: Harbor Springs softball gets season going on wins over Onaway
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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PHOTOS: Harbor Springs softball gets season going on wins over Onaway
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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PHOTOS: Harbor Springs softball gets season going on wins over Onaway
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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PHOTOS: Harbor Springs softball gets season going on wins over Onaway
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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PHOTOS: Harbor Springs softball gets season going on wins over Onaway
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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PHOTOS: Harbor Springs softball gets season going on wins over Onaway
Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
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Harbor Springs softball got its 2026 season started with a sweep over Onaway Tuesday, April 14, winning game of 10-6 and 7-3 at home.
As we head into May, the Harbor Springs High School gym currently lies empty most nights after yet another busy basketball season.
But, even as the 2026-27 season starts up and the years that follow come, thereās an emptiness thatāll remain for the Harbor Springs basketball teams, Ram fans and the Harbor community.
A single corner within the Harbor gym, just beyond the Ramsā home bench, will be vacant, once filled by Stevie Cupps, a gentle giant of a man and as big of a Ram fan as youāll find.
Cupps passed away the night of April 21 after a brief illness at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.
Iāve been around this job going on 15 years now, so Iāve always seen Stevie around the gym and Harbor Springs events.
Drew Kochanny
Drew Kochanny
But, it wasnāt until the past few years that I really got to start having conversations with Stevie.
A surprise to nobody, they were all about the Rams. They focused on the game that night and if I thought the Rams could win. We talked about schedules, player news, districts. You name it, Stevie knew it when it came to Harbor Springs.
Stevieās spot in the gym, complete with his own directorās chair next to the the game and warmup balls he happily dished out, was always my first stop in the gym.
I preferred Stevieās company. He wanted to talk about the game and who was playing well, not who I wasnāt writing about enough or which team I was covering too much.
He liked to talk about my articles and whose picture ran big in the paper. It made me happy he liked to follow along with the old print edition.
This past winter season, we had something particularly fun to talk about every time I showed up to a boys or girls Harbor Springs basketball game.
Harbor Springs ordered Stevie a brand new hooded basketball sweatshirt. And boy did he talk about it.
It took much of the season for the sweatshirt to arrive and he kept myself and Sarah Shepherd of the Harbor Light Newspaper well informed about it. Every game Iād show up asking, āNo sweatshirt yet, Steve?ā
Steve Cupps was a proud Harbor Springs Ram and a true fan through and through. In early February, he proudly showed off the sweatshirt ordered by the athletic department.
Steve Cupps was a proud Harbor Springs Ram and a true fan through and through. In early February, he proudly showed off the sweatshirt ordered by the athletic department.
His response was of course no, and Iād usually say, āWell, they must just be backed up on orders.ā
It gave us both something to look forward to and when it did finally come the first week of February, Stevie beamed with joy, so much so he had Sarah take a picture at the game and text it to me. He said he owed me the picture.
He was right. That made my night.
Next time I got to a Harbor game, he was wearing it of course and the first thing he asked was if I got that picture. I did indeed I told him and that I was excited to see it.
What I didnāt say ā as we talked about the game that night and the district schedule ahead ā was that I hoped to some day write about his fandom.
Iāve done pieces in the past celebrating fans like Stevie that just have a presence to them. Theyāre what make high school sports so great.
As someone that grew up in Harbor Springs and continued to be diehard Ram fan, Stevie deserved to be celebrated.
Which is why it brings me great sadness to only being writing this now. I hope he knew how much he meant to the Ram community and teams.
Iāve seen tributes on social media from past players, coaches and fans in just the hours since his passing, but hopefully they got the chance to tell Stevie how much he meant while he was here.
Iām instead reminded today not to wait and thereās a pit in my stomach because of it.
And while thereās an emptiness thatāll be felt in that gym next winter, Stevieās presence and impact left behind fills memories for generations in Harbor Springs.
Thatās something to smile about.
Rest easy, Stevie.
Reach Sports Editor Drew Kochanny at dkochanny@petoskeynews.com and follow him on X @DrewKochannyĀ and Instagram @drewkochanny
