Opening Round Highlights
Anamosa surged past MFL‑MarMac 15‑5 in just five innings, a dominant performance that propelled the Blue Raiders into a Tuesday showdown with Union Community in Cascade at 5:30 p.m.
In contrast, Ed‑Co saw its season curtailed by a 4‑0 defeat at the hands of Starmont, ending the Class 1A campaign for the Raiders.
Maquoketa will open its home schedule against Clinton Prince of Peace at 7 p.m., a match that follows Lisbon’s encounter with North Cedar over in Delhi.
Meanwhile, Monticello is set to travel to Wellman where they will meet Mid‑Prairie in a Class 2A clash that promises another tight contest.
Softball Playoffs Begin
The softball bracket kicked off with regional quarterfinal games, including a Class 2A meeting between Maquoketa Valley and Postville, while East Buchanan prepares to journey to Preston for a Class 1A duel with Easton Valley.
Veteran broadcaster Bill Logan is slated to be on‑air around 7 p.m. for the Maquoketa Valley versus Postville contest, adding a familiar voice to the evening’s action.