High School Stars Shine in June Awards
Readers on the city’s online portal chose this month’s standout athletes from local high schools, covering performances up to the end of May. Winners can now download and print their own certificates from a shared link, and they’re encouraged to send a photo of the award in use for the newspaper’s gallery.
Baseball
| Division | Champion Team | Key Wins |
|---|---|---|
| Big‑School | Elder (District Title) | Hamilton, Beavercreek |
| Small‑School | Roger Bacon | Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy (11‑0), Benjamin Logan |
Caleb McComas of Elder pitched a complete-game shutout in the district final.
Softball
- Taylor reached the regional finals after a narrow 10‑9 win against River Valley.
- Highlands claimed the Ninth Region crown by defeating Conner, Notre Dame, and Ryle.
Lacrosse
| School | Gender | Region | Notable Players |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariemont | Boys | 8 | Vince Fiorina – 10 goals |
| Mariemont | Girls | 8 | Piper Farrell – 5 goals |
Caleb Goldston of La Salle delivered a double‑hit game in a playoff win.
Jay Race from Scott earned all‑tournament honors after effective innings in the 10th Region tournament.
Morgan Raugh of Taylor produced a game‑tying single that helped her squad rally to victory.
Other Sports
- Sophia Gerkin (Notre Dame Academy) hit a double and drove in two runs in a Ninth Region opener.
- Blake Hussey reached the state finals in boys’ singles tennis; his partner duo made the semifinals.
- Track & Field: Isaac Menke won a hurdles title with a new personal best; Natalie Niese took third in shot put.
- Parker Povse of Fenwick led his volleyball team with impressive stats over six sets.
Certificate Distribution
The newspaper has shifted from mailing certificates to providing digital copies. Certificates will be available by morning the Monday after a win through a public Dropbox link, and families can submit photos of their awards to the newsroom.
