Local Sports Report - May 22

Thursday, May 23rd, 2019 7:24am

By Mike Perleberg @mikedup84

South Dearborn's Graci Cornet hit a home run and pitched a shutout to help the Knights advance in the IHSAA softball sectional tournament Wednesday.

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BASEBALL

IHSAA 4A Sectional 14 at East Central – First Round

Bloomington South 1, Bloomington North 0

Columbus East 1, Shelbyville 0

IHSAA 3A Sectional 29 at South Dearborn – First Round

Greensburg 8, Lawrenceburg 5 – Greensburg out-hit Lawrenceburg 8-6. Greensburg will meet Madison in the sectional semi-finals on Saturday, May 25.

IHSAA 2A Sectional 45 at South Ripley – First Round

Austin 8, Switzerland County 2 – Austin moves on to play against South Ripley in the sectional semi-finals on Thursday, May 23.

The Pacer baseball season ends with an 8-2 loss to Austin. Thanks to all of our coaches and players on a great effort. Also, congratulations to all-conference and standout player Cade Rider @rider_12_ on an outstanding Pacer baseball career. #ProudPacer
— Switzerland County Pacer Athletics (@GoSwitzCoPacers) May 23, 2019

IHSAA 1A Sectional 60 at Jac-Cen-Del – First Round

Oldenburg Academy 8, Jac-Cen-Del 2 – OA had 12 hits in the decisive victory. JCD’s runs were knocked in by Jacob Jines and Nate Scoggins.

Hauser 7, North Decatur 5

SOFTBALL

IHSAA 3A Sectional 29 at Madison – Semi-Finals

Greensburg 13, Batesville 0

South Dearborn 15, Franklin County 0 – South Dearborn’s Graci Cornett ruled this game. She pitched 5 shutout innings with 5 strikeouts while only allowing 3 hits and a walk. At the plate, Cornett went 2-for-3 with a home run, a double, and 5 RBI. Alexis Dittmer smacked two home runs in the game for 5 RBI. Cameron Hoskins hit two doubles for 3 RBI and 2 runs scored. South Dearborn will play against Greensburg for the sectional title on Friday, May 24.

2 homeruns tonight to help clench our first sectional win this year! Championship is Friday! Big help from the student section, thanks for all the support ❤️ @HawksJoseforsky @BelmontSoftball @sdsportsreport pic.twitter.com/xezrpdQEEW
— Alexis Dittmer (@lexidittmer) May 23, 2019

Events

Son Rise Cafe Free Breakfast
Please join us for a free breakfast open to the entire community.
21st Sep at Vineyard Community Church
Bountiful Hearts Meal
Enjoy a free community meal with us!
21st Sep at First Presbyterian Church Harrison
13th Annual New Alsace Conservation Club Golf Outing
The New Alsace Conservation Club's 13th Annual Golf Outing will be Saturday, September 21 at North Branch Golf Course in Greensburg, Indiana. All proceeds benefit kids going to the Karl E. Kelly Conservation Camp.
21st Sep at North Branch Golf Course

After Losing Her Father And Being Diagnosed With His Condition, 12-Year-Old Kensington Perseveres

Greendale Middle School student Kensington Harrison is helping other children with her genetic disease cope with the life adjustments it requires.

Road Work Will Close Manchester Landing 6-8 Weeks

The City of Aurora says Manchester Landing will close near the intersection of U.S. 50/Green Boulevard and Sunny Side Avenue starting September 23, 2019.