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

Hillforest House Museum
Overlooking the Ohio River in Aurora, the beautiful Hillforest Victorian House Museum was built in 1855 for industrialist Thomas Graff. Its unique shape is said to be inspired by steamboats of the 19th century. The site has been operating as a historic house museum since 1956 and is one of 11 National Historic Landmarks in southern Indiana. Hillforest opens for tours today and hosts many special events throughout the season. Overlooking the Ohio River in Aurora, the beautiful Hillforest Victorian House Museum was built in 1855 for industrialist Thomas Graff. Its unique shape is said to be inspired by steamboats of the 19th century. The site has been operating as a historic house museum since 1956 and is one of 11 National Historic Landmarks in southern Indiana. Hillforest open NOW…Tuesday - Friday, 11 AM - 3 PM (last tour begins at 2:15 PM) and Saturday and Sunday, 1 - 5 PM (last tour begins at 4:15 PM). (Closed major holidays). Available for special events and teas!
1st Oct at Hillforest Victorian House Museum
2nd anniversary of Liberty Cards and Collectibles
Join us on Saturday October 1st from 10-5, as Liberty Cards & Collectibles celebrates with the community our 2nd Anniversary. We will have ths Bengals 2nd round draft pick Cam Taylor-Britt in person autograph session. Tickets are $25 each, and they are non refundable, and guarantees you a spot in line. The day of the signing, tickets will be $30, get your tickets early. You can pay by phone or in person. The day of the singing there will be additional charge $20 for a flat rate auto, $25 jersey or helmet, and $5 inscription. Also have food trucks, raffles, Live music, local mascots, and a trade day for sports cards $15.00 a table for 6ft tables. Location: Liberty Cards And Collectibles 5825 Bullitsville Rd Burlington KY 41005 Hope you can join us!
1st Oct at Liberty Cards And Collectibles
Breakfast at the Aurora American Legion
Serving breakfast from 7-10 am menu consists of Pancakes and Sausage Patties or Bisquits and sausage gravy with coffee milk and juice
1st Oct at Aurora American Legion Post 231