"Around the Horns"

This will be the home of the Teays Valley Softball and Baseball teams for the 2025 Spring Season!

Teays Valley baseball All OCC Honors & All Central District recognitions

All OCC Honors:

Co-Player of the Year: Brody Mann

1st Team:

- Tyler Mathews

- Jayden Morrison

2nd Team:

- Luke Smith

- Westin Woodrum

Special Mention: Tyler Blankenship

Honorable Mention: Brody Weiler

Scholar Athlete: Tyler Mathews

All Central District:

First Team:

- Pitcher: Brody Mann

- Infield: Westin Woodrum

- Outfield: Jayden Morrison

- Two Way: Tyler Mathews

Second Team:

- Catcher: Luke Smith

- Infielder: Brody Weiler

Honorable Mention:

- Outfield: Trevor Hamilton

Teays Valley Baseball vs Loveland 6/3

“The Tigers sink their teeth into the Vikings in the second inning to win 13-2.”

On Tuesday, Loveland defeated Teays Valley 13-2 in a regional semi-final at Athletes in Action Sports Complex in Xenia. The Tigers' nine-run second inning proved to be the turning point in the game. Loveland jumped out to an early lead in the top of the second inning with a series of hits and walks. CJ Margraf drew a walk, scoring one run, Brady Stidham singled, scoring three runs, Derek Fleming drew a walk, scoring one run, Dylan Hacker tripled, scoring three runs, and Blake Hatfield singled, scoring one run.

Henry Bradley earned the win for the Tigers, surrendering four hits and two runs (zero earned) over five innings, striking out nine and walking none. Brody Mann took the loss for Teays Valley, allowing nine runs on three hits, striking out none and walking seven in one and two-thirds innings.

Trevor Hamilton, Westin Woodrum, Jayden Morrison, and Peyton McElfresh each collected one hit for the Vikings. Hatfield and Stidham each collected two hits for the Tigers, with Margraf, Hacker, and Stidham driving in three runs each.

The Vikings' two runs came in the second and third innings. In the second inning, Jayden Morrison led off with a triple, and a mishandled throw by the Tigers allowed Morrison to score. In the third inning, Westin Woodrum singled to left, and Trevor Hamilton reached on an error, allowing Woodrum to advance to home.

The Vikings will end their season in the regional semifinal and have an overall record of 20-8, having captured the OCC Buckeye Division championship with a 12-2 record in their inaugural year in the conference.

Box Score:

Batting:

Loveland:

Blake Hatfield: 2-4, 1 RBI, 2 BB

Brady Stidham: 2-4, 3 RBI

CJ Margraf: 0-2, 3 RBI, 1 BB

Dylan Hacker: 1-3, 3 RBI, 1 3B

Luke Zicka: 0-2, 2 BB

Teays Valley:

Trevor Hamilton: 1-3, 1 R

Westin Woodrum: 1-3, 1 R

Jayden Morrison: 1-3, 1 R, 1 3B

Peyton McElfresh: 1-3

Pitching:

LHS:

Henry Bradley: W (5 IP, 4 H, 2 R, 0 ER, 9 K, 0 BB)

TVHS:

Brody Mann: L (1.2 IP, 3 H, 9 R, 9 ER, 0 K, 7 BB)

Regional Semifinals: Teays Valley Baseball Faces Off Against the Loveland Tigers

The Teays Valley Vikings and Loveland Tigers are set to clash in the regional semifinals today at 2 pm at Athletes in Action in Xenia, Ohio. Both teams have impressive records, with the Loveland Tigers standing at 21-6 and the Teays Valley Vikings at 21-8.

Team Performance

The Vikings' offense is averaging 7.2 runs per game, backed by a team batting average of .294, .441 on-base percentage, and .370 slugging percentage. Their defense is also strong, with a .942 fielding percentage

From the Box

The Vikings' Jayden Morrison is a standout player, leading the team in batting average (.443), on-base percentage (.519), and slugging percentage (.590). These statistics surpass the national averages of .239, .379, and .302, respectively. Additionally, the Vikings' Trevor Hamilton and Tanner Kelley have perfect fielding percentages of 1.000 each, with a minimum of 10 chances/putouts.

Around the Horns

The Teays Valley Vikings have an overall record of 21-7, with a 12-2 league record. They have performed well at home with an 11-3 record and on the road with a 9-4 record. The Vikings are also 1-0 in neutral-site games and 2-0 in playoff games.

Tiger POV

The Loveland Tigers have a team batting average of .318, an on-base percentage of .427, and a slugging percentage of .432. They also have a .960 fielding percentage and a .750 win-loss percentage. The Tigers have an overall record of 21-6, with a 14-3 league record. They have performed well at home with a 10-1 record and on the road with a 10-5 record. The Tigers are also 1-0 in neutral-site games and 2-0 in playoff games.

What is the prize?

The Winner will play in Xenia once more for the regional championship to face the winner of Anthony Wayne and Edgewood. The Cougars and the Generals will face off today at 5:00 pm at Athletes in Action.

Teays Valley vs Dublin Scioto- Baseball District Championship

"Vikings Claim District Glory"

The Teays Valley Vikings made history on Wednesday, capturing the Central District 5 championship title with a thrilling 5-4 walk-off victory over the Dublin Scioto Irish. This marks the program’s first district title since 1985.

The game was a back-and-forth affair, with the Vikings taking an early lead in the first inning thanks to Luke Smith's single. Smith's single in the third inning extended the Vikings' lead to 3-0. However, the Irish fought back, scoring four runs in the fourth and seventh innings to tie the game. The Irish's scoring was fueled by errors, walks, and a fielder's choice.

The game remained tied at 4-4 until the bottom of the 12th inning, when Luke Smith scored the winning run on a walk-off single, securing the Vikings' championship title. Smith was the game star, going 3-for-6 with three runs batted in and the game-winning hit. Trevor Hamilton and Westin Woodrum each collected multiple hits for the Vikings.

A Pitching Duel

The game featured a pitching duel between Brody Mann for the Vikings and Michael Wangler for the Irish. Mann pitched six quality innings, allowing one hit and zero runs while striking out five and walking one. Wangler, on the other hand, allowed seven hits and four runs over five innings, striking out one and walking one. Tanner Smith earned the win in relief, pitching one inning and allowing one hit while striking out one and walking one. Crosby Nosek took the loss for the Irish, allowing one run on two hits over two-thirds of an inning.

Viking Highlights

Luke Smith provided a pop in the middle of the lineup and led Teays Valley with three runs batted in and the walk-off single. The cleanup hitter went 3-for-6 on the day. Trevor Hamilton and Westin Woodrum each collected multiple hits for the Vikings.

Irish’s end

For the Irish, Andrew Polchow led the team with two hits in four at-bats. Max Kauffman, Gavin Kissell, and Polchow each drove in one run for Dublin Scioto.

A Special Group

Vikings' coach Mark Colburn praised his team's determination and fight, saying, "I think it really comes down to our guys now and their fight and determination to play this game for each other. It is a special group of guys. I'm proud of them." Coach Colburn also praised Brody Mann's performance, saying, ‘Brody Mann was who he has always been this year. He was electric."

Colburn also reflected on the team's history, saying, "We've had a lot of great players and teams come through here and have come up short. I might have been 6 weeks old, so it's crazy to think about the last time Teays Valley won a district championship in 1985." Colburn also mentioned the team's seniors, saying, "We have 3 seniors that were a part of the 2023 team that took 2 days to beat Lancaster in a Sectional Final. We played a 9-inning game against Pick Central earlier in the year as well. Our guys were positive in the dugout, supporting each other."

What's Next

The Vikings will move on to face the winner of the Northmont and Loveland game in the regional semifinal on June 3rd in Xenia.

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Vikings Baseball Hosts the Irish in Today's Playoff Showdown

The stage is set for a thrilling Ohio high school baseball playoff matchup as the Teays Valley Vikings host the Dublin Scioto Irish at their home field today. Although the exact time hasn't been specified, the anticipation is building between these two formidable teams.

In their previous encounter, the Vikings demonstrated their prowess on the diamond, securing a 4-2 victory over Dublin Scioto in April. The team's strong performance was a testament to their skills and dedication

Recent Performance:

The Vikings have been on a roll, boasting a 19-7 overall record and a 12-2 league record. Their potent offense has averaged 7.3 runs per game, with a robust 9.2 hits and 1.7 errors per contest. Dublin Scioto, on the other hand, has struggled to find its footing, posting an 8-14 league record and a 24-25 overall record.

Common Opponents:

Both teams have faced off against Worthington Kilbourne, Canal Winchester, Newark, and Whetstone. The Vikings have fared well against these common opponents, sporting a 5-1 record, while Dublin Scioto has gone 1-2.

Key Stats:

Teays Valley averages 7.3 runs per game, compared to Dublin Scioto's 4.2.

The Vikings have a strong home record, going 10-3.

Previous Encounter Recap:

In their last meeting, Dublin Scioto took the lead in the bottom of the fifth, but Teays Valley regained the lead in the top of the sixth, scoring two runs on Luke Smith's lineout and Carson Talley's balk. Brody Mann earned the win for Teays Valley, allowing three hits and two runs over 5.2 innings while striking out five. Luke Reese collected the save. Farmer led the Vikings with one RBI, while Jayden Morrison added two hits. Teays Valley drew seven walks and turned one double play.

Play kicks off at 5:00 pm from Viking Field in Ashville, I will be on hand for this District Championship Game!

Teays Valley vs Lancaster

Teays Valley Vikings Silence the Golden Gales, Shutout Lancaster 3-0

The Teays Valley Vikings softball team used a dominant performance in the circle by Alyvia Lawrentz to defeat the Lancaster Lady Gales 3-0 on Wednesday.

Lawrentz started the game for the Vikings and recorded 21 outs, surrendering just two hits and zero runs over seven innings while striking out seven and walking one.

The Vikings were the first to get on the board in the second inning when Aimee DeWeese hit into a double play, but one run scored.

Lawrentz earned the win for the Vikings, thanks in large part to her ability to keep the Lady Gales' high-powered offense at bay.

Lancaster senior pitcher Ashlin Mowery took the loss, despite a strong performance in which she gave up just two hits and struck out nine. The three runs she gave up were all unearned.

The Vikings added two more runs in the fourth inning on two throwing errors by the Lady Gales and a single dropped into right field.

Makayla Jones went 1-for-2 at the plate and led the team with one RBI. Micah Mann also collected a hit for the Vikings.

Haley Kings and Kendall Brown each collected one hit for Lancaster.

The Lady Gales never threatened to score, going down in order in the third, fourth, sixth, and seventh innings.

With the win, Teays Valley handed Lancaster its first league loss in 30 games, ending the Lady Gales' 30-game league winning streak.

The victory was especially sweet for the Vikings, who fell to Lancaster in last year's regional semifinals, suffering a tough 10-0 defeat.

"We knew Lancaster was a great team with great hitting and pitching," Lawrentz said. "My team and I knew that it would be a tough game, making sure we had very little mistakes. Before the game even started, we knew that we would have to pick each other up and that there was going to be failure. We just had to stay calm, relax, and work one pitch at a time."

Lawrentz also credited her teammates with helping her stay focused on the mound. "My teammates helped me stay calm on the mound throughout the game. Also, Mak (Jones) and I work extremely well together behind the plate."

Teays Valley Coach Derrick Hastler praised his team's performance, saying, "The girls really worked hard to prepare and it paid off; they stayed simple at the plate and kept their heads up through a tough night at the plate. We came in with the mindset of being disciplined with our eyes and just trying to get the ball in play, and they did a good job of that. Overall, we played really well defensively. We had two mistakes on one play, but kept our composure and overcame those."

Hastler also lauded Lawrentz's effort in the circle. "We can't be more complimentary of Liv's effort in the circle, but the way the girls played in support was tremendous. Liv did a great job of missing barrels and sometimes that means there are tough plays to make, our girls stepped up made a lot of great plays."

The Vikings will travel to Reynoldsburg tomorrow for another OCC-Buckeye game.

Teays Valley

Batting:

- M Mann 1-3, 2B, R

- M Jones 1-2, RBI

- A Ackerman 0-0, R

Pitching:

- A Lawrentz (W) 7.0 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 7 SO

Lancaster

Batting:

- H Kings 1-3

- K Brown 1-3

Pitching:

- A Mowery (L) 6.0 IP, 2 H, 3 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 10 SO

Game Stats:

Score: Teays Valley 3, Lancaster 0

Hits: Teays Valley 2, Lancaster 2

Errors: Teays Valley 1, Lancaster 3

LOB: Teays Valley 2, Lancaster 4

Teays Valley vs. Grove City

Teays Valley secured a 7-3 win over Grove City on Wednesday, earning a hard-fought victory.

The Vikings' offense came alive, plating six runs in the 4th inning to outpace the Greyhound's.

Grove City struck first in the second inning, scoring one run on a walk. However, the Vikings flipped the script in the bottom of the fourth inning, scoring six runs on five hits to take a 6-1 lead.

Trevor Hamilton's double highlighted the inning, driving in two crucial runs.

Tyler Mathews secured the win for the Vikings, surrendering five hits and three runs (one earned) over five innings while striking out two and walking three.

The Greyhounds pitcher took the loss for Grove City, giving up six runs (zero earned) on six hits over three and two-thirds innings while striking out three and walking three.

Brody Weiler threw two scoreless innings in relief for the Vikings, surrendering one hit and walking two.

Weiler also led the Vikings with three RBIs, going 2-for-4 at the plate. Hamilton, Weiler, and Westin Woodrum each collected two hits for the Vikings.

The Vikings will face Lancaster on Monday in their next game

Teays Valley Vikings:

Batting:

W Woodrum (SS) 4-2-2-1, 1 2B

T Hamilton (CF) 4-1-2-2, 1 2B

B Weiler (1B) 4-0-2-3

T Mathews (P) 4-1-0-0

T Kelley (RF) 0-0-0-0

B Farmer (LF) 3-0-0-0, 1 BB, 1 SO

J Morrison (RF) 2-1-1-0, 1 BB

P McElfresh (C) 1-1-1-1, 1 BB

T Blankenship (2B) 3-0-0-0, 2 SO

L Reese (3B) 2-1-0-0, 1 BB, 1 SO

Pitching:

T Mathews 5.0 IP, 5 H, 3 R, 1 ER, 3 BB, 2 SO

B Weiler 2.0 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 2 BB, 0 SO

TVHS Baseball Spring Break Preview

The Vikings will kick off their season in Tennessee for the 32nd Warrior Spring Classic. On March 28, they'll face Lane Tech at 4:00 pm, followed by a 6:30 pm matchup against Oakland. The next day, March 29, they'll take on Briarcrest Christian at 10:00 am. Let's take a look at the competition the Vikings will face when they head south.

Lane Tech College Prep High School (IL)-won championships in 2018, 2019, 2021, and 2023 as Class 4A Regional Champions. They are also the 2022 and 2024 CPL Champions in the Chicago Public League.

The Champions out of Chicago are led by Matt Young Jr., who has a batting average of .429. Teo Greco and Jacob DeVinney follow closely with averages of .333 and .286, respectively. Matt Young Jr. also has the highest on-base percentage with .556.

Matt Young Jr. leads the team with two stolen bases, while Teo Greco has one stolen base. Hunter Smith has a perfect earned run average of 0.00, followed by Gabe Weyer with an ERA of 3.50 and Bennett Levinson with an ERA of 4.20.

Tyler Trapp, Conor Sullivan, and Rory Irwin are tied for the best fielding percentage with perfect scores of 1.000. Tyler Trapp leads the team with two runs, while Teo Greco and Matt Young Jr. each have one run.

Teo Greco and Matt Young Jr. are tied for the most hits with three each, followed by Jacob DeVinney with two hits. With two runs each, Conor Sullivan and Jacob DeVinney are tied for the most runs batted in, and Matt Young Jr. has one RBI.

Teo Greco leads the team with a slugging percentage of .444, followed by Matt Young Jr. with a percentage of .429 and Jacob DeVinney with a percentage of .286. Teo Greco leads the team with one double.

Oakland High School (TN)-The Patriots out of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, have already played 12 games in a tournament and three regular season games. The Oakland Patriots' batting leaders are Andrew Carver Jr. with a .359 average, Asher Evans So. with a .342 average, and Caden Wayman Jr. with a .259 average.

Asher Evans So. has the highest on-base percentage with .468, followed by Andrew Carver Jr. with .444 and Caden Wayman Jr. with 0.412. Andrew Carver Jr. leads the team with two home runs, while Kris Richardson Sr. and Asher Evans So. each have one home run.

Kris Richardson Sr., Andrew Carver Jr., and Caden Wayman Jr. are tied for the most stolen bases with three each. Elijah Avelar Sr. and Asher Evans So. have perfect earned run averages of 0.00, while Andrew Carver Jr. has an ERA of 1.83.

Elijah Avelar Sr., Jacob Galinat Sr., and Andrew Carver Jr. are tied for the best fielding percentage with perfect scores of 1.000. Asher Evans So. leads the team with 13 runs, followed by Caden Wayman Jr. with eight runs and Kris Richardson Sr. with six runs.

Andrew Carver Jr. leads the team with 14 hits, followed by Asher Evans So. with 13 hits and Kris Richardson Sr. with eight hits. Asher Evans So. leads the team with nine runs batted in, followed by Caden Wayman Jr. with eight RBIs and Andrew Carver Jr. with seven RBIs.

Andrew Carver Jr. leads the team with a slugging percentage of 0.564, followed by Asher Evans So. with .553 and Kris Richardson Sr. with .469. Kris Richardson Sr. leads the team with four doubles, followed by Asher Evans So. with three doubles and Andrew Carver Jr. with two doubles. Asher Evans So., leads the team with one triple.

Briarcrest Christian School (TN)-Briarcrest Christian won the 2024 Div II-AA State Championship

The Saints will come into their match with the Vikings with some on-field rust knocked off, having played four games and a preseason round-robin tournament. Briarcrest Christian's top performers include Brayden Holland, a sophomore with a .370 batting average; Landon Rogers, a senior with a .278 average; and Luke McGee, a senior with a .227 average.

Brayden Holland also leads the team with a .370 on-base percentage, followed by Clayton Speck, a junior with .346, and Landon Rogers with .333. Clayton Speck leads the team with two home runs.

Houston Walker, a senior, leads the team with four stolen bases, followed by Landon Rogers and Cole Photopulos, a junior, with two each. Hunt Solomon, a senior, has a perfect 0.00 earned run average, followed by Lance Bryan, a senior, with 1.00, and Nathan Powers, a junior, with 1.87.

Taylor Brady, a senior, leads the team with a .976 fielding percentage, followed by Brayden Holland with .962 and Cole Photopulos with .900. Houston Walker, Jake Thompson, a sophomore, and Clayton Speck are tied for the most runs with three each.

Brayden Holland leads the team with 10 hits, followed by Landon Rogers and Luke McGee with five each. Luke McGee, Brayden Holland, and Clayton Speck are tied for the most runs batted in with three each.

Clayton Speck leads the team with a .524 slugging percentage, followed by Brayden Holland with .481 and Landon Rogers with .389. With three doubles, Brayden Holland is the team leader, followed by Cole Photopulos and Landon Rogers, who each have two.

College Players on Each Team:

Oakland-(Nothing in Program)

Lane Tech

- Teo Greco - INF - 2025 - Milwaukee School of Engineering

- Max Hinojosa - INF - 2025 - Grinnell University

- Bennett Levinson - RHP - 2025 - Tufts University

- Henry Murray- 2025 - Dartmouth

- Tyler Trapp - INF - 2025 - Triton

- Ronan Owens - RHP - 2026

- Hunter Smith- 2026

- Connor Sullivan - Utl - 2026

- Zolan Wyatt/2026

- Matt Young- 2026

- Alex Ziegler - INF/P - 2026

- Isaiah Martin-2027

- Miles Mazanowski - 2027

Briarcrest Christian

- Lance Bryan - University of Memphis

- Lane Elrod - Southwest Tennessee Community College

- Landon Rogers - Trevecca Nazarene University

- Phinn Waters - University of Texas commit

- Nate Powers

- Brayden Holland

Teays Valley

- Brody Mann - Ohio Dominican

- Tyler Mathews - Ohio Wesleyan

- Luke Reese - Heidelberg

- Luke Smith - Ohio Christian

Sources:

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32nd Warrior Classic Program

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Teays Valley Softball Team Faces Challenging 2025 Schedule

As the Teays Valley softball team prepares to take the field, they're faced with a daunting schedule that pits them against some of the state's premier programs, including multiple teams ranked among the Columbus Dispatch's Top 25.

First up, the Vikings are heading to Cincinnati for a series of games, including matchups against Centerville (No. 17 Dispatch Top 25), Mason (No. 21 Dispatch Top 25), and Anthony Wayne (No. 6 Dispatch Top 25). Centerville returns five players who earned all-conference recognition, while Mason returns several top players, including Marist commit Annabelle Geiser, who hit .620 and stole 29 bases. Anthony Wayne, meanwhile, finished 30-2 last season and returns pitcher Molly Conner, a first-team all-state honoree who is committed to Notre Dame. The Vikings will face off against Anthony Wayne on March 29th at William Mason High School.

In April, the Vikings will face off against Marysville on April 4th at Marysville. This matchup is a rematch of last year's district championship game, which the Vikings won 8-7 in extra innings, thanks in part to a solo homer by Avery Stratton in the eighth inning.

The Vikings will also face off against Lebanon (No. 25 Dispatch Top 25) on March 5th at the Cruiser Classic. The Warriors return their entire pitching staff from last season, which allowed just 2.1 runs per game. They also return star catcher Ella Teubner, an Iowa commit who hit .532 with nine home runs, 12 doubles, three triples, and 49 RBIs.

Other notable matchups on the Vikings' schedule include games against Lancaster (No. 5 Dispatch Top 25) on April 2nd and April 17th, Hilliard Bradley (No. 11 Dispatch Top 25) on May 8th, and Olentangy Liberty on April 29th. Lancaster fell to Watkins Memorial in the regional final last season, but returns seven starters, including pitcher/first baseman Ashlin Mowery, who is committed to Louisiana State, and first-team all-state catcher Kendall Brown, who hit .549. Hilliard Bradley, meanwhile, returns star pitcher and hitter Michaela Moody, who went 10-1 with two saves last season. Olentangy Liberty fell to Lancaster in the district championship game last season but will be looking to bounce back this year.

The Vikings' first test comes against the Elks of Centerville, with a 12:00 pm first pitch on 3/26.

Sources:

Columbus Dispatch

MaxPreps

Teays Valley Baseball Team Ready to Take on New Challenges in OCC

As the 2025 season approaches, the Teays Valley baseball team is primed for a breakout year under the guidance of Coach Mark Colburn. With a solid foundation of returning players and a demanding schedule that will test their mettle, the Vikings are ready to make a lasting impression in their inaugural season in the highly competitive Ohio Capital Conference (OCC).

Returning Players and Strengths

The team returns several key players from last year's squad, including Brody Mann, Tyler Mathews, Trevor Hamilton, Tyler Blankenship, Luke Reese, Luke Smith, Gavin Gilpen, Peyton McElfresh, Brody Weiler, and Westin Woodrum. These players bring a wealth of experience and talent to the table and will be counted on to lead the team this season.

New Challenges in the OCC

The Vikings' entrance into the OCC Buckeye Division presents a new challenge for the team. Coach Colburn is excited about the opportunity to compete against some of the best teams in the state and believes that the team's schedule has prepared them well for the transition.

Goals and Expectations

The team's goals for the season are to compete in the OCC and to contend for a District Title. With a strong returning core and several new players who could make an impact, Coach Colburn is optimistic about the team's chances.

Familiar Faces, New Roles

As the Teays Valley Vikings baseball team steps up to the plate for the new season, several players are poised to take on bigger roles. Brady Farmer, Jayden Morrison, and Tanner Kelley will look to build on their experience from last year, while newcomers Knupp, Smith, Young, Kisner, and Dains will bring fresh talent to the varsity team.

Team Style and Mindset

The Vikings' style of play is characterized by good pitching, clean defense, and timely hitting. Coach Colburn emphasizes the importance of energy and hustle and expects the team to play with a fast-paced and aggressive mindset.

Message to Fans and Supporters

Coach Colburn's message to Teays Valley fans and supporters is one of excitement and optimism. "We're looking forward to a great season," he said. "We've got a talented team and a challenging schedule, and we're excited to see how it all plays out."

The Ship Leaves Port:

The Vikings' season gets underway on March 28th during spring break in Tennessee with a game against Lane Tech from Chicago, IL. The team will face a challenging schedule, but Coach Colburn is confident that they have the talent and depth to compete with anyone.

Teays Valley Softball Looks to Make Impact in OCC-Buckeye Debut

The Teays Valley Vikings softball team is gearing up for the 2025 season, led by Coach Derrick Hastler. With a mix of seasoned veterans and talented newcomers, Hastler is optimistic about the team's potential for success and excited to see how they'll stack up against the best teams in the OCC-Buckeye division.

The Vikings return several key players, including seniors Alyvia Lawrentz and Micah Mann. Lawrentz, a pitcher, brings valuable experience to the circle, while Mann's versatility and leadership will be crucial in all facets of the game. Makayla Jones will anchor the team behind the plate.

While the Vikings have some talented returnees, they will need to rely on a number of young players to fill out the roster. Freshman Makayla Jones will take over behind the plate, while Micah Mann will move to shortstop. Junior Ava Ackerman and freshman Sophia Hastler will compete for the starting center field spot.

Despite the youth and inexperience of the team, Hastler is confident that the Vikings can compete in the OCC-Buckeye division. "We're excited to see how our young players will perform," he said.

The Vikings will need to work on replacing the production of last year's senior class, which won a lot of games over their four years. However, Hastler is optimistic about the team's potential and believes that they can overcome their youth and inexperience to have a successful season.

With a strong leadership core and some talented young players, the Teays Valley Vikings softball team is looking to make a statement in 2025.

Key Matchups to Watch:

Teays Valley vs. Lancaster: A matchup against one of the top teams in the OCC-Buckeye will provide a stiff test for the Vikings.

Players to Watch:

Alyvia Lawrentz: The team will rely on the senior pitcher to guide them in the circle. Micah Mann: The senior's versatility and leadership will be crucial in the team's success. Makayla Jones: The freshman catcher will be looked to provide a spark behind the plate. Ava Ackerman and Sophia Hastler: The junior and freshman, respectively, will be competing for the starting center field spot.

First Games on Tap for the Vikings:

The Teays Valley softball team is set to kick off their season with a busy stretch of games in the Cincinnati area. The Vikings will play three games in four days, starting with a matchup at Centerville on March 26. They'll follow that up with a game at Mount Notre Dame on March 27 and then head to Mason on March 29 for a doubleheader against Mason and Anthony Wayne.