Frontier emerged victorious in the Ohio Valley Athletic Conference 2A championship, defeating Caldwell 1-0 at J.B. Chambers I-470 Complex in Wheeling, W.Va. Kaycee Berentz delivered a standout pitching performance, with Kate Congleton’s key hit in the first inning supporting her efforts. The Cougars scored their only run of the game in the opening inning, with Gracie Mendenhall scoring on Congleton’s RBI single.
Berentz was exceptional on the mound, striking out 12 batters and allowing just one hit against Caldwell’s Makayla Mumaw. Despite a strong effort from Caldwell’s team, Frontier’s pitching and defense proved too much for them to overcome. Caldwell, previous winners of the OVAC titles, were dethroned by Frontier in this matchup.
The Cougers are now preparing to face Shenandoah before heading into the sectional play next week. The upcoming tournament will see Frontier take on Tuscarawas Central Catholic in the sectional semifinals, with their sights set on further success following their championship win. The team’s strong performance in the final will undoubtedly boost their confidence heading into the next phase of competition.
In summary, Frontier won the Ohio Valley Athletic Conference 2A championship by defeating Caldwell 1-0 with an outstanding pitching performance by Kaycee Berentz. Despite a strong effort from Caldwell’s team, Frontier’s pitching and defense proved too much for them to overcome. Now facing Shenandoah before heading into the sectional play next week, Frontier is determined to continue its success following its championship win.