READER'S CHOICE Mansfield News Journal Softball Player of the Week

READER'S CHOICE Mansfield News Journal Softball Player of the Week

Ontario's Justin Shira reaches for a ball during the Warriors' 4-1 nonconference boys tennis loss to Mount Vernon on Monday, April 27, 2026.

Lucas' Jack DiBartolomeo crushes a solo home run in the bottom of the fourth of the Cubs' 5-4 Mid-Buckeye Conference win over Crestline on Monday, April 27, 2026.

Lucas' Jack DiBartolomeo crushes a solo home run in the bottom of the fourth of the Cubs' 5-4 Mid-Buckeye Conference win over Crestline on Monday, April 27, 2026.

Lucas' Jack DiBartolomeo crushes a solo home run in the bottom of the fourth of the Cubs' 5-4 Mid-Buckeye Conference win over Crestline on Monday, April 27, 2026.

Lucas' Destiny Foss slides into home plate during the Cubs' 6-5 Mid-Buckeye Conference loss to Crestline on Monday, April 27, 2026.

Lucas' Myah Midkiff slides into home plate during the Cubs' 6-5 Mid-Buckeye Conference loss to Crestline on Monday, April 27, 2026.

Mansfield Christian's Bailee Nelson catches a ball after striking out the final batter. The Flames beat Central Christian in Mid-Buckeye Conference play on April 27, 2026.

Mansfield Christian's Bailee Nelson is hugged by Haylee Shade and celebrates with her teammates after the Flames won their first league championship in program history on April 27, 2026.

Mansfield Christian celebrates its first softball league championship in program history after an 18-0 win over Kidron Central Christian on April 27, 2026.

Shelby's Madison Henkel competes in the long jump competition during a dual meet with Ontario on Tuesday, April 29, 2026.

Shelby's Madison Henkel competes in the long jump competition during a dual meet with Ontario on Tuesday, April 29, 2026.

Ontario's Saylor Smith smirks at the stands during the Warriors' 12-10 Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over Shelby on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Ontario's Morgan Pearson celebrates a ninth-inning 3-run home run during the Warriors' 12-10 Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over Shelby on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Shelby's Madison Henkel competes in the long jump competition during a dual meet with Ontario on Tuesday, April 29, 2026.

Ontario's Brinlee Kreger makes solid contact with the ball during the Warriors' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over Shelby on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Ontario's Ellie Dawson adjusts her batting gloves at second base during the Warriors' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over Shelby on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Ontario's Ellie Dawson sends a ball to right field during the Warriors' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over Shelby on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Shelby's Karlie Walp times up the pitcher during the Whippets' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference loss to Ontario on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Shelby's Liberty Lewis lays down a perfect bunt during the Whippets' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference loss to Ontario on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Shelby's Liberty Lewis block a ball in the dirt during the Whippets' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference loss to Ontario on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Shelby's Natalie Kennard locks in on a ball during the Whippets' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference loss to Ontario on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

The Ontario Warriors jump for joy as they welcome Saylor Smith home after a home run during the Warriors' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over Shelby on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Crestview's Drew Spoerr was unhittable during the Cougars' 11-1 Firelands Conference win over the Plymouth Big Red on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Crestview's Drew Spoerr was unhittable during the Cougars' 11-1 Firelands Conference win over the Plymouth Big Red on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Crestview's Drew Spoerr was unhittable during the Cougars' 11-1 Firelands Conference win over the Plymouth Big Red on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Plymouth's Jarrett Burrer puts his arm around Lincoln Distl during the Big Red's 11-1 Firelands Conference loss to Crestview on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Crestview's Kayn Patton takes a cut during the Cougars' 11-1 Firelands Conference win over the Plymouth Big Red on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Plymouth's Lex Grose takes an aggressive swing during the Big Red's 11-1 Firelands Conference loss to Crestview on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Plymouth's Weston Kamman waits for the ball during the Big Red's 11-1 Firelands Conference loss to Crestview on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Clear Fork's Asia Bechtel represented the Colts at a tri-meet at Northmor on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Clear Fork's Katie Beck represented the Colts at a tri-meet at Northmor on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Clear Fork's Katie Beck represented the Colts at a tri-meet at Northmor on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Clear Fork's Katrina Neal represented the Colts at a tri-meet at Northmor on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Clear Fork's Quinn Stover represented the Colts at a tri-meet at Northmor on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Clear Fork's Taylor Bly represented the Colts at a tri-meet at Northmor on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Northmor's Levi Hunter broke the Northmor High School record in the pole vault with a leap of 14-feet-9 on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 during a home tri-meet.

Northmor's Levi Hunter broke the Northmor High School record in the pole vault with a leap of 14-feet-9 on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 during a home tri-meet.

Northmor's Levi Hunter broke the Northmor High School record in the pole vault with a leap of 14-feet-9 on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 during a home tri-meet.

Northmor's Levi Hunter broke the Northmor High School record in the pole vault with a leap of 14-feet-9 on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 during a home tri-meet.

Shelby's Brady Bowman slides head first after stealing second base during the Whippets' 7-1 Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over the Ontario Warriors on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

Shelby's Conner Hartz keeps his eye on a ground ball during the Whippets' 7-1 Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over the Ontario Warriors on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

Shelby's Quinton Albert makes the play at first base during the Whippets' 7-1 Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over the Ontario Warriors on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

Shelby's Travis Slone makes the basket catch during the Whippets' 7-1 Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over the Ontario Warriors on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

Ontario's Trey Remy stays low on a ground ball during the Warriors' 7-1 Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference loss to the Shelby Whippets on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

Madison's Aiden Proctor slides in ahead of the tag during the Rams' 6-3 nonconference loss to Norwalk on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

Madison's Carson Cook takes the throw down during the Rams' 6-3 nonconference loss to Norwalk on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

The Madison Rams have a little pregame fun before a 6-3 nonconference loss to Norwalk on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

Ontario's Jace Young competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Lexington's Latrell Hughes competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Ontario's Xavier Trent competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Clear Fork's Asia Bechtel competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Ontario's Audrey Mahon competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Lexington's Brailey Slone competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Lexington's Dae'Jon Weatherspoon competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Ontario's Mikaela Guegold competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Lexington's Katya Prykhodko competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Lexington's Latrell Hughes competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Ontario's Tessa Crum competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Ontario's Xavier Trent competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Shelby's Brayden DeVito competes at the 2026 Royer Invitational at Colonel Crawford High School on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Plymouth's Jaric Tackett competes at the 2026 Royer Invitational at Colonel Crawford High School on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Lucas' Joey Desterhaft competes at the 2026 Royer Invitational at Colonel Crawford High School on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Lucas' Katie Griffey competes at the 2026 Royer Invitational at Colonel Crawford High School on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Lucas' Ray Lewis competes at the 2026 Royer Invitational at Colonel Crawford High School on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Plymouth's Jarrett Burrer returns the ball to the pitcher during the Big Red's 21-11 nonconference baseball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Plymouth's Lex Grose takes a moment in the dugout during the Big Red's 21-11 nonconference baseball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Plymouth's Lex Grose makes a catch in foul territory during the Big Red's 21-11 nonconference baseball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Plymouth's Malyah Laroux makes the catch behind Kristi Yeager with Presley Martin looking on during the Big Red's 15-11 nonconference softball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Plymouth's Seth Love slides into home during the Big Red's 21-11 nonconference baseball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Plymouth's Taylor Dean tried to stop the ball during the Big Red's 15-11 nonconference softball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Plymouth's Weston Kamman stands on third base during the Big Red's 21-11 nonconference baseball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Plymouth's Zarah Plank makes the play at third base during the Big Red's 15-11 nonconference softball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Ontario's Justin Shira reaches for a ball during the Warriors' 4-1 nonconference boys tennis loss to Mount Vernon on Monday, April 27, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Ontario's Justin Shira reaches for a ball during the Warriors' 4-1 nonconference boys tennis loss to Mount Vernon on Monday, April 27, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Lucas' Jack DiBartolomeo crushes a solo home run in the bottom of the fourth of the Cubs' 5-4 Mid-Buckeye Conference win over Crestline on Monday, April 27, 2026.

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2026 Richland County Baseball Scoreboard: Shelby, Lexington both win

Lucas' Jack DiBartolomeo crushes a solo home run in the bottom of the fourth of the Cubs' 5-4 Mid-Buckeye Conference win over Crestline on Monday, April 27, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Lucas' Jack DiBartolomeo crushes a solo home run in the bottom of the fourth of the Cubs' 5-4 Mid-Buckeye Conference win over Crestline on Monday, April 27, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Lucas' Destiny Foss slides into home plate during the Cubs' 6-5 Mid-Buckeye Conference loss to Crestline on Monday, April 27, 2026.

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2026 Richland County Softball Scoreboard: Colts, Flames both win

Lucas' Myah Midkiff slides into home plate during the Cubs' 6-5 Mid-Buckeye Conference loss to Crestline on Monday, April 27, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Mansfield Christian's Bailee Nelson catches a ball after striking out the final batter. The Flames beat Central Christian in Mid-Buckeye Conference play on April 27, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Mansfield Christian's Bailee Nelson is hugged by Haylee Shade and celebrates with her teammates after the Flames won their first league championship in program history on April 27, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Mansfield Christian celebrates its first softball league championship in program history after an 18-0 win over Kidron Central Christian on April 27, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Shelby's Madison Henkel competes in the long jump competition during a dual meet with Ontario on Tuesday, April 29, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Shelby's Madison Henkel competes in the long jump competition during a dual meet with Ontario on Tuesday, April 29, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Ontario's Saylor Smith smirks at the stands during the Warriors' 12-10 Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over Shelby on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Ontario's Morgan Pearson celebrates a ninth-inning 3-run home run during the Warriors' 12-10 Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over Shelby on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Shelby's Madison Henkel competes in the long jump competition during a dual meet with Ontario on Tuesday, April 29, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Ontario's Brinlee Kreger makes solid contact with the ball during the Warriors' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over Shelby on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Ontario's Ellie Dawson adjusts her batting gloves at second base during the Warriors' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over Shelby on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Ontario's Ellie Dawson sends a ball to right field during the Warriors' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over Shelby on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Shelby's Karlie Walp times up the pitcher during the Whippets' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference loss to Ontario on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Shelby's Liberty Lewis lays down a perfect bunt during the Whippets' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference loss to Ontario on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Shelby's Liberty Lewis block a ball in the dirt during the Whippets' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference loss to Ontario on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Shelby's Natalie Kennard locks in on a ball during the Whippets' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference loss to Ontario on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

The Ontario Warriors jump for joy as they welcome Saylor Smith home after a home run during the Warriors' 12-10 extra-inning, Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over Shelby on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Crestview's Drew Spoerr was unhittable during the Cougars' 11-1 Firelands Conference win over the Plymouth Big Red on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Crestview's Drew Spoerr was unhittable during the Cougars' 11-1 Firelands Conference win over the Plymouth Big Red on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Crestview's Drew Spoerr was unhittable during the Cougars' 11-1 Firelands Conference win over the Plymouth Big Red on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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2026 Richland County Baseball Scoreboard: Shelby, Lexington both win

Plymouth's Jarrett Burrer puts his arm around Lincoln Distl during the Big Red's 11-1 Firelands Conference loss to Crestview on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Crestview's Kayn Patton takes a cut during the Cougars' 11-1 Firelands Conference win over the Plymouth Big Red on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Plymouth's Lex Grose takes an aggressive swing during the Big Red's 11-1 Firelands Conference loss to Crestview on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Plymouth's Weston Kamman waits for the ball during the Big Red's 11-1 Firelands Conference loss to Crestview on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Clear Fork's Asia Bechtel represented the Colts at a tri-meet at Northmor on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Clear Fork's Katie Beck represented the Colts at a tri-meet at Northmor on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Clear Fork's Katie Beck represented the Colts at a tri-meet at Northmor on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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READER'S CHOICE Mansfield News Journal Track and Field Athlete of the Week

Clear Fork's Katrina Neal represented the Colts at a tri-meet at Northmor on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Clear Fork's Quinn Stover represented the Colts at a tri-meet at Northmor on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Clear Fork's Taylor Bly represented the Colts at a tri-meet at Northmor on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Northmor's Levi Hunter broke the Northmor High School record in the pole vault with a leap of 14-feet-9 on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 during a home tri-meet.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Northmor's Levi Hunter broke the Northmor High School record in the pole vault with a leap of 14-feet-9 on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 during a home tri-meet.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Northmor's Levi Hunter broke the Northmor High School record in the pole vault with a leap of 14-feet-9 on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 during a home tri-meet.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Northmor's Levi Hunter broke the Northmor High School record in the pole vault with a leap of 14-feet-9 on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 during a home tri-meet.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Shelby's Brady Bowman slides head first after stealing second base during the Whippets' 7-1 Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over the Ontario Warriors on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Shelby's Conner Hartz keeps his eye on a ground ball during the Whippets' 7-1 Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over the Ontario Warriors on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Shelby's Quinton Albert makes the play at first base during the Whippets' 7-1 Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over the Ontario Warriors on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Shelby's Travis Slone makes the basket catch during the Whippets' 7-1 Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference win over the Ontario Warriors on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Ontario's Trey Remy stays low on a ground ball during the Warriors' 7-1 Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference loss to the Shelby Whippets on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Madison's Aiden Proctor slides in ahead of the tag during the Rams' 6-3 nonconference loss to Norwalk on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Madison's Carson Cook takes the throw down during the Rams' 6-3 nonconference loss to Norwalk on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

The Madison Rams have a little pregame fun before a 6-3 nonconference loss to Norwalk on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Ontario's Jace Young competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Lexington's Latrell Hughes competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Ontario's Xavier Trent competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Clear Fork's Asia Bechtel competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Ontario's Audrey Mahon competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Lexington's Brailey Slone competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Lexington's Dae'Jon Weatherspoon competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Ontario's Mikaela Guegold competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Lexington's Katya Prykhodko competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Lexington's Latrell Hughes competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Ontario's Tessa Crum competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Ontario's Xavier Trent competes at the 76th Marion Night Invitational track and field meet on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Shelby's Brayden DeVito competes at the 2026 Royer Invitational at Colonel Crawford High School on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Plymouth's Jaric Tackett competes at the 2026 Royer Invitational at Colonel Crawford High School on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Lucas' Joey Desterhaft competes at the 2026 Royer Invitational at Colonel Crawford High School on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Lucas' Katie Griffey competes at the 2026 Royer Invitational at Colonel Crawford High School on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Lucas' Ray Lewis competes at the 2026 Royer Invitational at Colonel Crawford High School on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Plymouth's Jarrett Burrer returns the ball to the pitcher during the Big Red's 21-11 nonconference baseball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Plymouth's Lex Grose takes a moment in the dugout during the Big Red's 21-11 nonconference baseball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Plymouth's Lex Grose makes a catch in foul territory during the Big Red's 21-11 nonconference baseball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Plymouth's Malyah Laroux makes the catch behind Kristi Yeager with Presley Martin looking on during the Big Red's 15-11 nonconference softball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Plymouth's Seth Love slides into home during the Big Red's 21-11 nonconference baseball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Plymouth's Taylor Dean tried to stop the ball during the Big Red's 15-11 nonconference softball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Plymouth's Weston Kamman stands on third base during the Big Red's 21-11 nonconference baseball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

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PHOTOS: News Journal's best high school sports photos for week of April 27-May 2

Plymouth's Zarah Plank makes the play at third base during the Big Red's 15-11 nonconference softball win over Buckeye Central on Friday, May 1, 2026.

It's time to make your vote count.

Voting for the Mansfield News Journal Softball Player of the Week is now open.

Voting ends at 7 p.m. on Friday. Lexington's Mariana Molton was voted MNJ Softball Player of the Week last week with 2,610 votes.

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