Division IV Regional Semifinals Deliver Drama
The past week saw Stark County’s high school baseball teams battle in Division IV regional semifinals, with two matchups that captured the attention of local fans.
A Comeback for the Ages
Central Catholic entered the game against Elyria Catholic facing a 4‑0 hole, but a timely two‑run single by Gavin McCune tied the contest at four, and Lance Vlacovsky’s sprint home in the third put the lead within reach.
Joseph Meyer later added an insurance run with an RBI single, sealing a 6‑5 victory that highlighted resilience and clutch hitting.
The win sends Central Catholic to the regional final against Youngstown Cardinal Mooney, marking a significant milestone for a program that had not reached this stage in recent memory.
Edison’s Pitching Masterclass
Meanwhile, Richmond Edison dominated Minerva 2‑0, with Bryce Rogers delivering a stellar performance, striking out 14 batters over 6.2 innings while allowing just one hit.
Lane Tarbet managed the only hit for Minerva, but the shutout underscored Edison’s pitching dominance.
Both teams celebrated their first regional appearances in program history, with Edison’s last appearance dating back to 2012.