High school sports roundup: Standout performances and close games

A mix of dominant pitchers and come-from-behind wins highlighted Friday’s high school sports action. In baseball, Parker Lawson of Bay Port delivered a masterclass, striking out 14 batters while allowing just one hit as his team shut out Pulaski 3-0. Meanwhile, Green Bay Preble needed extra innings to sweep Ashwaubenon in a pair of 1-0 wins, relying on strong relief pitching to pull off the upset. No-hitters made headlines too—Bonduel’s Emery Thompson blanked Norway (MI) in five innings, while Ashwaubenon’s softball team outlasted Notre Dame 12-10 in a chaotic, back-and-forth game.

Girls soccer saw Kimberly deliver a dominant performance against Green Bay Preble, scoring five unanswered goals after halftime. The Papermakers’ defense held strong, stifling the Hornets in a 5-0 victory. Elsewhere, Luxemburg-Casco edged Seymour 1-0 on a late goal, proving that even small margins can decide matches. Softball showcased high-scoring games, with De Pere crushing Southwest 15-1 behind Julia Renier’s four-hit, four-RBI night. Pitching stood out across sports. Thompson’s no-hitter was just one of several impressive outings, including Denmark’s Ozzie Enz tossing a complete game win over Cameron. But not all pitchers had a smooth time—Ashwaubenon’s relief pitcher in the Preble doubleheader walked five while striking out nine, a reminder that even dominant performances can come with challenges.

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