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#2 Seed Barker Moving On To Section VI Class D Semis
May 22, 2023
BARKER -- Monday night, the Varsity Softball team defeated Forestville, 4-2 in the Section VI Class D Quarter Finals. The team played an all-around great game, competing against a great team. Barker started off strong, scoring 2 runs in the 1st inning with an RBI double by Peyton Bradley followed directly after with another RBI double by Natalie Brandel. Kaylee Stoll drove in another run in the 2nd inning, scoring Rachel Sutter from second base. Anna Bowerman drove in the 4th run in the bottom of the 3rd with a big RBI triple. Brandel had a great day at the plate, going 3 for 3. Stoll, Bowerman, Bradley, and Sutter each had 1 hit.
Bradley picked up the win in the circle, allowing only 5 hits, 2 walks, and striking out 12.
Aaliyah Wheat and Mia Herman had great games on defense, making crucial plays.
The team is now 15-5 overall and will next face Sherman-Clymer in the Semi-Finals on Wednesday at home. The first pitch will be 5:00 PM.
Bradley Leads Team In Circle & At Plate
May 15, 2023
BARKER -- The Varsity Softball team defeated Alexander on Monday night, by a score of 10-7. It was the last non-league contest of the regular season. Peyton Bradley played a great game and picked up the win in the circle with 11 Ks, while allowing only 7 hits and 1 walk.
Bradley led the offense with 2 hits and 3 RBI. Kaylee Stoll and Anna Bowerman each had an RBI double. Natalie Brandel added a 2 RBI hit as well.
Aaliyah Wheat again had great plays on defense for the team.
The team is 14-5 overall.
Brandel Twirls 1-Hitter Against Hawks
May 13, 2023
HOLLEY -- The Varsity Softball team traveled to Holley on Saturday afternoon and defeated the Hawks in a non-league game, 28-0. Natalie Brandel pitched a standout game, surrendering just 1 hit while allowing no walks.
The team crushed the ball, putting up 24 hits in 5 innings. Mia Herman and Sam Murphy lead the offense, both going 4 for 4. Herman had 2 RBI and Murphy added 6 RBI. Macie May, Lilly Monthony, and Peyton Bradley each added 3 hits and multiple RBI. Kaylee Stoll and Brandel had 2 hits. Aaliyah Wheat and Cole Carnes each added 1 hit.
The team has completed their Niagara-Orleans League schedule with a record of 9-3, and is currently 13-5 overall. The next game is Monday, May 15th, against Alexander.
Flint & Bradley Combine For 14 K’s At Roy-Hart
May 10, 2023
MIDDLEPORT -- The Varsity Softball team played a great game defeating Roy-Hart on Thursday night, 7-3. Madyson Flint and Peyton Bradley shared time in the circle. Flint struck out 5 in the first 2 innings. Bradley struck out 9 and allowed only one hit and one run.
Mia Herman lead the offense with 3 hits including 2 doubles, two stolen bases, and 2 runs. Kaylee Stoll, Anna Bowerman, and Bradley each had two hits. Natalie Brandel, Aaliyah Wheat, and Rachel Sutter each had 1 hit.
Wheat and Stoll played stellar games on defense.
The team is now 9-2 in the N-O League and will travel to Akron on Friday for their final league game of the season.
All 3 Seniors Provide Contributions On Senior Night
May 10, 2023
BARKER -- Wednesday night the Varsity Softball team defeated Medina, 7-2, and celebrated their 3 seniors. Each senior had a stellar game and had a hit contributing towards the win. Lilly Monthony hit a clutch 2 RBI triple in the 3rd inning to start the Raiders scoring. Aaliyah Wheat had big defensive outs at second base and added 2 stolen bases. Mia Herman stole 2 bases, scored 2 runs on great base running, and made big plays in the field while playing shortstop.
Kaylee Stoll also hit a big 2 RBI single in the 4th to secure the lead. Rachel Sutter and Cole Carnes each had an RBI hit in the 4th inning.
Mady Flint picked up the win in the circle, striking out 4 while allowing only 1 hit. Peyton Bradley closed out the game, striking out 3 and while allowing only 1 hit.
The team is now 8-2 in the Niagara-Orleans League and will head to Roy-Hart on Thursday night.
Sutter Adds 2 Hits In Win Over Newfane
May 8, 2023
BARKER -- Monday night the Varsity Softball team defeated Newfane, 23-0. Natalie Brandel pitched an all-around great game, allowing only 2 hits while striking out 8. Every player contributed to the win as the team pounded out 23 hits. Mia Herman had 4 hits including a triple, double, and two singles. Anna Bowerman, Aaliyah Wheat, and Cole Carnes each added 3 hits. Lilly Monthony, Peyton Bradley, Brandel, and Rachel Sutter each picked up two hits and multiple RBI. Kaylee Stoll had 2 walks and 1 hit and Macie May also added a hit.
The team is now 7-2 in the N-O League and will take on Medina at home on Wednesday at 4:45 in their last home league game and senior night. Come out and support our three seniors - Aaliyah, Lilly, and Mia.
Carnes Helps Propel Barker To Victory With 3 Hits At Albion
April 27, 2023
ALBION -- Thursday night the Varsity Softball team defeated Albion, 18-7. The team played a great 7 innings, stringing together 20 hits. Lilly Monthony had 4 hits and multiple RBI. Peyton Bradley and Cole Carnes each had 3 hits. Mia Herman had 2 including a homerun. Natalie Brandel and Rachel Sutter each had 2 hits. Aaliyah Wheat, Macie May, Kaylee Stoll and Sam Murphy had 1 hit each.
In the circle, Bradley had 8 strikeouts and Mady Flint registered 3.
The team is now 6-1 in the league and will next travel to Lyndonville on Saturday for non-league competition.
Bowerman Goes 3 For 3 Against Roy-Hart
April 26, 2023
BARKER -- Wednesday night the Varsity Softball team defeated Roy-Hart, 8-6. Peyton Bradley pitched a stellar game with 13 strikeouts. Anna Bowerman went 3 for 3 at the plate with a single, double, and a triple. Cole Carnes and Lilly Monthony each had 2 hits. Mia Herman, Kaylee Stoll, Natalie Brandel, Rachel Sutter and Aaliyah Wheat had 1 hit each.
The team is now 5-1 in the N-O League and 8-2 overall and will travel to Albion on Friday for their next game.
Monthony Jacks Grand Slam Over Fence At Medina
April 24, 2023
MEDINA -- Monday night, the Varsity Softball team defeated the Medina Mustangs, 15-1. Lilly Monthony led the team offensively, with 2 hits which included an over the fence grand slam and a total of 6 RBI. Kaylee Stoll also added two hits to the win. Peyton Bradley, Natalie Brandel, Rachel Sutter, Samantha Murphy, and Madelina Pavlock each had a hit.
Aaliyah Wheat, Stoll and Mia Herman had great plays on defense.
Natalie Brandel picked up the win in the circle and shared the time with Madyson Flint. Brandel struck out 4 and Flint 2. Together they allowed only one hit.
The team is now 4-1 in the league and 7-2 overall. Barker will next face Roy-Hart on Wednesday at home.
Flint Pitches Shutout At Newfane
April 21, 2023
NEWFANE -- On Friday night, the Varsity Softball team defeated the Newfane Panthers 15-0. Madyson Flint pitched an all-around stellar game, hurling a 2-hit shutout while striking out 10.
Natalie Brandel went 4 for 4 at the plate with multiple RBI. Peyton Bradley had 3 doubles and multiple RBI. Lilly Monthony, Rachel Sutter and Aaliyah Wheat each added two hits to the win. Cole Carnes and Kaylee Stoll each had 1 hit.
The team is now 3-1 in the Niagara-Orleans League.
Wheat Supplies 2 Hits In Win Over Wilson
April 17, 2023
BARKER -- On Monday night, the Varsity Softball team defeated Wilson, 6-5. Peyton Bradley pitched an amazing game, allowing only 3 hits and striking out 14.
Aaliyah Wheat had a great game at the plate with 2 hits and multiple RBI. Mia Herman also added 2 hits and Kaylee Stoll, Lilly Monthony, Anna Bowerman, Bradley, Rachel Sutter, and Cole Carnes each had 1 hit.
The team will next head to Newfane on Friday at 4:45.
Bradley Twirls 9 K, 4 Hit Game In Circle
April 12, 2023
BARKER -- Wednesday night, the Varsity Softball team started off their league play with a great win over Albion, 6-3. Peyton Bradley pitched a stellar game, striking out 9 and allowing only 4 hits. Bradley also had a day at the plate with 2 doubles and 2 RBI. Natalie Brandel went 3 for 3 for the Raiders with 2 RBI. Mia Herman, Lilly Monthony, and Anna Bowerman each added a hit to the win. Kaylee Stoll had two crucial sacrifice bunts during the game, putting runners into scoring position.
Aaliyah Wheat, Stoll, Herman, and Monthony all had big plays on defense.
The team is now 4-0 overall and will face Akron on Friday at home at 4:45.
Brandel Strikes Out 9 At Kendall
April 11, 2023
KENDALL -- Tuesday night the Varsity Softball team defeated Kendall, 11-5. Natalie Brandel picked up the win in the circle, pitching a great game, striking out 9 and allowing only 2 hits in 4 innings. Madyson Flint struck out 4, and Peyton Bradley fanned 2.
Kaylee Stoll, Bradley, Cole Carnes, Rachel Sutter, and Aaliyah Wheat each had a hit.
The team is now 3-0 in the preseason and will start N-O League play on Wednesday, at home against Albion, at 4:45.
Herman Smacks 2-Run Homer Versus Elba
April 8, 2023
BARKER -- Over the spring recess break, the Varsity Lady Raiders defeated Elba, 14-9 on their home field. Mia Herman led the team offensively, going 3 for 3, which included a two-run homerun and 5 RBI. Natalie Brandel had 4 hits and 2 RBI and Peyton Bradley had 3 hits. Rachel Sutter and Arnie Sturtevant added two hits and Madyson Flint, Lilly Monthony, and Aaliyah Wheat each had one.
Brandel, Flint, and Bradley shared time in the circle, each striking out 3.
Barker Pounds Out 20 Hits In Season Opening Victory
April 7, 2023
BARKER -- In the home opener, the Varsity Softball team defeated Pembroke, 14-6. The entire team contributed to the win by putting up 20 hits during the game. Mia Herman, Lilly Monthony, Peyton Bradley, and Samantha Murphy each had 3 hits and multiple RBI. Natalie Brandel, Rachel Sutter, and Arnie Sturtevant each had two hits and Madyson Flint, Aaliyah Wheat, and Macie May each had one.
Peyton Bradley picked up the win in the circle, striking out 9.
Brandel & Bradley Lead The Way In Opening Round Of Sectionals
May 18, 2022
BARKER -- Wednesday night, the Varsity Softball team won their first game of sectional play with a 16-3 win over visiting Holland in 5 innings. Natalie Brandel had the win in the circle with 4 strikeouts and only 4 hits. Brandel helped herself out offensively with a 4th inning two-run homerun.
Peyton Bradley came in and finished the game on the mound with 3 strikeouts in the 5th. Bradley had a big game at the plate going 3-3 including a double and a triple. Mia Herman, Kaylee Stoll, and Samantha Murphy each had a hit of their own.
The team will travel to Randolph on Thursday for the Quarter Finals.
Lady Raiders Close Out Regular Season, Finish 2nd In League
May 17, 2022
BARKER -- On Tuesday night, the Varsity Softball team ended their league play with a big win over Newfane, 8-1. Peyton Bradley picked up the win in the circle with 11 strikeouts and allowing only 4 hits. Bradley had two hits, including a triple and 3 RBI. Rachel Sutter had a great game all around and had 2 hits and 2 RBI. Anna Bowerman and Kaylee Stoll each had a hit.
The team finished second in the league with an impressive 8-4 record. The Lady Raiders will host Holland on Wednesday at 5:00 PM for the Section VI Class C Pre-Quarter Finals.
Bradley Pitches & Hits Lady Raiders To Victory
May 12, 2022
WILSON – The Varsity Softball team had another great win on Thursday night, defeating Wilson, 8-5. Peyton Bradley picked up the win in the circle, with 8 strikeouts and only allowing 6 hits.
Rachel Sutter, Natalie Brandel, and Mia Herman had big plays on the field.
Anna Bowerman had 2 hits with 3 RBI, Bradley had 2 hits and 2 RBI, and Kaylee Stoll had 2 hits. Aaliyah Wheat, Lilly Monthony, and Rachel Sutter each had a hit.
The team is now 7-3 in the league and will take on Roy-Hart on Friday night at home.
Stoll & Wheat Chip In With Hits
May 11, 2022
MEDINA -- On Wednesday night, the Varsity Softball team improved their league record to 6-3, with a great win over Medina, defeating them 14-11. Lilly Monthony had a stellar all around game and led the team offensively, going 5 for 5 with 2 triples, 2 doubles, a single and 4 RBI. Rachel Sutter also had a great game with 3 hits, which included a triple and 3 RBI. Mia Herman, Anna Bowerman and Natalie Brandel each had 2 hits. Kaylee Stoll, Peyton Bradley, Samantha Murphy, and Aaliyah Wheat each had 1.
Bradley and Brandel shared time in the circle to pick up the win. Brandel had 5 strikeouts and Bradley had 2 strikeouts.
Monthony, Petra Bish, and Evelyn Bish all had big catches on defense.
The team will next travel to Wilson on Thursday.
Murphy Cranks First Career HR
May 10, 2022
MIDDLEPORT -- Tuesday night, the Varsity Softball team played a great game against undefeated Roy-Hart, but came up just short. After going back and forth with the lead, the Lady Raiders ended up losing by just one run in the bottom of the 7th. Peyton Bradley pitched a great game in the circle, with 10 strikeouts and allowing only 7 hits.
Lilly Monthony had two hits, which included her first homerun of the season, along with 2 RBI. Samantha Murphy hit her first career homerun and led the team with 3 RBI. Anna Bowerman, Bradley, Natalie Brandel, and Rachel Sutter each added a hit.
Mia Herman and Kaylee Stoll played great games on defense.
The team is now 5-3 in the league and will travel to Medina on Wednesday night.
Sutter Has 2 Triples & 4 RBI In Offensive Showcase At Newfane
May 9, 2022
NEWFANE -- Monday night the Varsity Softball team traveled to Newfane and, after being down 7-1 in the 3rd inning, the team started putting hits together to come back and win 29-14. Natalie Brandel led the team offensively with 4 hits and 6 RBI, which included 1 triple. Rachel Sutter also had 4 hits, including 2 triples and 4 RBI. Lilly Monthony had 3 hits with 5 RBI, and Peyton Bradley and Mia Herman each added two hits. Herman also hit her first HR of the season. Kaylee Stoll, Anna Bowerman, Evelyn Bish, and Petra Bish each had 1 hit and at least 1 RBI.
Brandel and Bradley split the game in the circle. Brandel had 2 strikeouts and Bradley had 4.
The team is now 5-2 in the league and will take on undefeated Roy-Hart on Tuesday night.
Bowerman & Bish Play Solid Defensive Games
May 2, 2022
AKRON -- Monday night, the Varsity Softball team defeated the Akron Tigers for the first time in over 10 years, 12-5. Peyton Bradley played an all-around fantastic game, picking up the win in the circle with 12 strikeouts and allowing only 5 hits. Bradley led the team offensively, going 4 for 5, including 3 doubles and 6 RBI.
Natalie Brandel had 3 hits, including 2 doubles and 4 RBI. Lilly Monthony and Aaliyah Wheat each had 2 hits. Mia Herman, Kaylee Stoll, Rachel Sutter, and Evelyn Bish all had 1 hit.
Anna Bowerman and Petra Bish played solid games on defense.
The team is now 4-2 in the league and will travel to Wilson on Tuesday.
Bradley Strikes Out 9 Lakewomen In Win Over Wilson
April 28, 2022
BARKER -- It was a big win last night for the Varsity Softball team, defeating Wilson 16-7. Peyton Bradley picked up the win in the circle with 9 strikeouts. Anna Bowerman played a stellar game behind the plate. Mia Herman, Aaliyah Wheat, and Lilly Monthony had big plays on defense. Monthony, Natalie Brandel, and Bradley led the team on offense, picking up multiple hits and RBI.
The Lady Raiders are now 3-1 in the league and 4-2 overall. The next game is on Friday, at home against Albion.
Herman Has Multiple Hits & RBI In Win Over Medina
April 25, 2022
BARKER -- Monday night, the Varsity Softball team defeated the visiting Medina Mustangs, 20-8. Lilly Monthony led the team offensively, going 4 for 5, including 2 doubles and 4 RBI. Mia Herman, Kaylee Stoll, Anna Bowerman, Peyton Bradley, Natalie Brandel, Rachel Sutter, Samantha Murphy, and Aaliyah Wheat all added multiple hits and RBI to the win.
Brandel and Bradley shared the win in the circle, with Brandel striking out 3 and Bradley with 4 Ks.
The team is now 2-1 in the league and will travel to Roy-Hart on Wednesday for their next game.
Monthony Produces 4 Hits & 4 RBI In Win At Elba
April 6, 2022
ELBA -- Wednesday night the Varsity Softball team picked up their second win of the season, defeating Elba 18-4. Lilly Monthony led the team offensively with 4 hits and 4 RBI. Kaylee Stoll, Mia Herman, and Rachel Sutter had 3 hits, and Petra Bish and Natalie Brandel each had 2. Samantha Murphy added a three RBI triple for her first Varsity career hit.
Brandel picked up the win in the circle, striking out 7 with only 2 walks. Anna Bowerman, Stoll, Herman, Aaliyah Wheat, and Evelyn Bish played great games on defense.
The Lady Raiders are now 2-0 and their next game will be on Thursday at Akron.
Brandel K’s 6, Picks Up 2 Hits, & and Drives In 3 Runs
April 4, 2022
ALBION -- The Varsity Softball started off their season on Monday night with an exciting 16-13 win over Albion. Natalie Brandel pitched an all-around great game, picking up the win in the circle with 6 strikeouts. In the third inning, the Lady Raiders took a big lead, earning 9 runs. Lilly Monthony, Rachel Sutter, and Petra Bish led the team offensively with 3 hits each. Mia Herman and Brandel both had 2 hits. Sutter and Brandel had 3 RBIs each. Anna Bowerman had a great game behind the plate, while Kaylee Stoll, Herman, and Monthony all had big plays on defense.
Lee Leads Team With 5 RBI In Win Over Newfane
June 10, 2021
BARKER -- Thursday night the Varsity Softball team picked up another win against visiting Newfane. Natalie Brandel pitched a great game, striking out 8. Peyton Bradley came in to finish the game, striking out 2 in the last inning.
Chloe Lee started the scoring early with a two-run home run in the first inning. Aaliyah Wheat played a great game all around on both offense and defense. Lee and Brandel had two hits each; Bradley, Addison Szafranski, Rachel Sutter, Lilly Monthony, and Anna Bowerman each added a hit. Lee led the team with 5 RBIs.
The team will play its last two home games on Wednesday, June 16th and Thursday, June 17th. Both games start at 4:45 PM.
Brandel K's 9, Coen Cracks Grand Slam In Victory At Wilson
May 25, 2021
WILSON -- Monday night the Varsity Softball team picked up their first win of the season after a 9-7 victory at Wilson. Natalie Brandel got her first Varsity win on the mound, striking out 9. Anna Bowerman, Lilly Monthony, and Sydnie Luckman had great games on defense.
Jessalynn Coen led the hitting with a fourth inning grand slam, giving the team a quick lead. Rachel Sutter and Anna Bowerman each added two hits and an RBI. Brandel and Luckman both had a hit for the win.
The Lady Raiders next game is Friday at Newfane at 4:45 PM.
Luckman Hit 3 Run Bomb Over Fence At Wilson
May 8, 2019
WILSON -- Wednesday night, the Varsity Softball team wasn't able to bring home the win, but played a great game against Wilson. Sydnie Luckman and Jessalynn Coen led the team at the plate, each putting one over the fence. Coen had 3 hits including a solo homerun and Luckman had two hits including a three run homerun. Emily Wagner and Chloe Lee each had three hits and Kylie Annable had two.
Coen had a great game in the circle, striking out 8.
The Lady Raiders next game is Thursday night at home vs. Elba.
Coen Gets Job Done At Plate And In Circle
April 17, 2019
BARKER -- On Wednesday night, the Varsity Softball team picked up their first win of the season by defeating Newfane. Jessalynn Coen led the team offensively with two hits, including a second inning grand slam. Coen ended the game with 5 RBI. Holly Wasnock, Emily Wagner, and Kaitlyn Kimber all added two hits as well. Kimber Added a triple and 3 RBI. Chloe Lee and Mia Herman both had a great game on defense, getting big outs for the team.
Coen and Wagner shared the win in the circle with a combined 9 strikeouts.
The Lady Raiders next game will be on Monday, April 29th, when they host Medina.
Miller Puts Up 8 RBI Including Walk Off Homer
May 9, 2018
BARKER -- What a night for the senior Lady Raiders! On Wednesday the Varsity Softball team went on to beat the visiting Newfane Panthers in their last league game of the season. For the second time this week, Barker was left in a tough situation and it all came down to the bottom of the 7th. With the Panthers leading 13-12, senior Abby Harris got the team started off with a single to left. With one out, senior Kylie Miller stepped up to the plate. Having her best offensive game of the season so far, Miller sent a deep hit to left-center for a walk-off two run homerun to win the game.
Miller led the team to victory going 4 for 4, with two doubles, a homerun, and an astounding 8 RBI. Ella Fox and Sydnie Luckman each added 3 hits in the win. The seniors all stepped up for a great senior night. Kira Wheat, Morgan Szczepaniak, and Harris each added two hits, while Alexis Stratton added one with a few crucial RBI.
Emily Wagner had the win in the circle for the Lady Raiders. It was a great game and an exciting way to end the regular season as they prepare for sectionals.
Miller's Full Count 2 Out Single Plates Fox To Win Game Over Wilson
May 7, 2018
BARKER -- Monday night the Varsity Softball team defeated the Wilson Lakewomen in the second game of a double header. After securing a large lead early on in the game, the Lakewomen fought back to tie the game at 11-11 in the 6th inning. The game was still tied in the bottom of the 7th inning when Ella Fox led off with a single to center field. Morgan Szczepaniak excuted a perfect sacrifice bunt to move Fox into scoring position. With two outs and Fox still on second base, Kylie Miller stepped to the plate. Miller won the battle on a 3-2 count with a base hit to left field to score Fox and win the game.
Fox, Miller and Jessalynn Coen each had three hits in the game. Szczepaniak, Abby Harris, Sydnie Luckman, Alexis Stratton and Kiera Wheat each added two hits apiece. Miller had in 4 RBI while Szczepaniak added 3 to help lead the Raiders to victory.
Coen and Emily Wagner shared the win in the circle.
The next game will be on Tuesday at home versus Akron. On Wednesday night the team will honor the seniors prior to their game against Newfane. This will be the last regular season home game. Both games start at 4:45 PM.
Wagner Continues Offensive Surge
April 23, 2018
NEWFANE -- On Monday night, the Varsity Softball team beat the Newfane Panthers as Jessalynn Coen and Emily Wagner shared the win. Coen and Wagner each struck out 3 batteres.
Kylie Miller and Wagner led the team offensively. Wagner had three hits which included her second homerun of the season and added 6 RBI. Miller added three hits which included two doubles and added 5 RBI. Morgan Szczepaniak, Ella Fox, and Abby Harris each had three hits as well. Alexis Stratton had a great game in the field with nine putouts, including multiple saves at first base.
On Wednesday the Lady Raiders will take on the Roy-Hart Rams for the second time this season. Game time is 4:45 PM in Barker.
Luckman Selected to All Tournament Team
April 21, 2018
ALEXANDER -- On Saturday, the Varsity Softball team headed to Alexander for a two-game tournament. After battling against two strong teams, Barker was able to take 3rd place in the tournament.
After losing in the semi finals to eventual tournament champion Alden, the girls fought hard in the consolation game and defeated Elba. Barker put up 9 runs, which included the first two homeruns of the season, one each from Emily Wagner and Sydnie Luckman. Morgan Szczepaniak, Ella Fox, Luckman, Wagner and Jess Coen each had three hits. Holly Wasnock led the team with four RBI. Wasnock's drove in the runs at crucial points throughout the game.
Szczepaniak, Luckman, and Chloe Lee each added three. Coen and Wagner shared the win in the circle striking out 9 between the them. Fox stepped up on defense and had a strong two games behind the plate. Luckman was named to the All-Tournament Team for her strong offense as well as her game changing plays at shortstop to keep the Barker defense strong.
Varsity Softball Erupts For 15 Runs Over Final 3 Innings To Earn First Victory
April 11, 2018
ALBION -- The Varsity Softball team secured the first win of the season on Wednesday at Albion against the Purple Eagles. With Barker down 8-5 in the top of the fifth, the team stayed strong and was able to link together crucial hits leading to a 20-9 victory. Kylie Miller and Ella Fox led the team offensively, each with 5 hits a piece and 9 RBI between the two of them. Miller had 5 and Fox added 4.
Morgan Szczpaniak followed with four hits and Jessalyn Coen added 2. Kira Wheat, Chloe Lee, and Holly Wasnock each had 1 hit at critical points throughout the game.
Coen pitched a stellar game with 8 strikeouts and allowed only 4 hits.
Barker will host CCA on Thursday at 4:30 PM and Medina on Friday at 4:45 PM.
Bachman Helps Lead Team To Victory With Arm & Bat
May 8, 2017
WILSON -- The Varsity Softball team picked up their first win of the season on Monday with a 14-10 decision over Wilson. The Lady Raiders banged out 16 hits. Leading the hit parade were: Abby Bachman, Eadie Fuerch, and Cassidy Granchelli all with 3 hits. Each had a double and 2 singles. Granchelli had 4 RBI.
Sydnie Luckman also had 3 hits: 2 singles and a triple. Alexis Stratton and Kylie Miller both had 2 singles and 2 RBI. Morgan Sczepaniak and Bailey Forton each had a hit and an RBI.
Abby Bachman went the distance in the circle scattering 6 hits while striking out 6.
The team is back in action on Tuesday under the lights in Albion at 6:15.
Softball Headed To Finals After Extra Inning Victory In Semi FinalsMoeller picked up the win in the circle, allowing 3 hits while striking out 11 in 5 innings of work. Haylee Muzzillo pick up the save.
The team will travel to Chautauqua Lake for Thursday’s Semi-Final game at 5:00 PM.
Erika Moeller, Kylie Miller, Haylee Muzzillo and Melissa Grosshans each had 2 hits. Grosshans' offensive production included a double. Mary Rounds chipped in with one.
The Lady Raiders return to the diamond on Monday afternoon to face the Albion Purple Eagles on Senior Day.
Offensively, the Lady Raiders were led by Desitnee Hillman with an RBI double, and singles by Melissa Grosshans and Kylie Miller.
The team will travel back to Albion on Monday to complete the April 22 game that was interrupted by weather.
In the second game the Lady Raiders beat the Holley Hawks by a large margin in a long 5 inning game to grab 3rd place. Buffington continued her hot hitting and led the way for Barker with a single, double and a grand slam to end the day with 6 RBI. Kylie Miller had a great game at the plate with a single, a double and a triple and finished the day with 7 RBI. Mary Rounds was solid offensively with a single, a double and a home run. Melissa Grosshans had 3 hits. Moeller, Bodine, Kelsie Engert and Haylee Muzzillo each had 1 hit. Buffington and Miller were both named to the All-Tournament Team.
The team will travel to Newfane this afternoon to face the Panthers at 4:45.
May 27, 2014
BARKER -- The Varsity Softball team continued its strong sectional performance by taking a 7-3 victory over visiting Maple Grove. In a game that was delayed by weather from the start, the Lady Raiders took the lead in the bottom of the 1st and never looked back. Kelsey Blackley and Olivia Denny led the offensive attack with 2 hits each. Destinee Hillman, Brooke Targus, Erika Moeller and Heather Mason all contributed 1 hit. Targus and Moeller both added an RBI as well.
Blackley pitched a strong game scattering 6 hits while striking out 7. Melissa Grosshans made several solid defensive plays at shortstop.
The Lady Raiders will travel to Franklinville on Friday for their semi final game against the #6 seed Panthers. Game time is 4:45 pm.
Mason & Denny End Game In Dramatic Fashion As Moeller Twirls 1 Hitter
May 22, 2014
BARKER -- In dramatic fashion the Varsity Softball team won their opening round sectional game by a score of 3-2 over Cassadaga Valley. With the score tied 2-2 in the bottom of the 9th, Heather Mason stepped up to the plate and launched a ball over the left fielders head for a double. Mason's two bagger then set the stage for Olivia Denny’s game winning single to center field. Denny finished the day with 3 hits.
Also getting a hit for the Lady Raiders was Destinee Hillman. Erika Moeller pitched a strong game in the circle finishing the day with 11 strike outs while holding the Cougars to a single hit.
The next game will be on Tuesday, May 27 in Barker against the Maple Grove Red Dragons at 4:45 pm. The Lady Raiders will look for a different result than last seasons game against Maple Grove. Barker came out on the short end of a match up with the Red Dragons in the 2013 Section VI Class C Tournament.
8 Lady Raiders Join Hit Parade
May 12, 2014
BARKER -- After a slow start the Varsity Softball team broke the game wide open in the second inning and came away with a big victory over Medina. Olivia Denny, Brooke Targus and Mary Rounds all had 2 hits. Denny and Targus both contributed with a double. Also getting hits for the Lady Raiders were, Brooke Bodine, Lindsey Williams, Destinee Hillman, Monica Larock, and Chelsea Stratton.
On Wednesday the team will take on the Roy-Harts Rams and will attempt to avenge an early season loss. Wednesday night will also be Senior night as the team will recognize the 5 members from the Class of 2014.
Lady Raiders Sweep CSAT In Twin Bill
May 8, 2014
BARKER -- The Varsity Softball team swept a doubleheader from CSAT at home on Thursday night. Erika Moeller hurled a 4 hit shutout with 6 strikeouts for the 7-0 victory in the first game. Leading the offensive charge was Destinee Hillman with 3 hits, including a triple and 3 RBI. Mary Rounds and Heather Mason both had 2 hits while Olivia Denny had 1.
In the second game the Lady Raiders came back from a 3-0 deficit to earn a 4-3 win. Kelsey Blackley got things started in the 3rd inning with a solo home run. Next up was Brooke Targus who laced a triple. Mary Rounds followed up with a double who was then plated by Ann Buffington with a triple. Also connecting for hits were Olivia Denny, Destinee Hillman and Courtney Bodine. Blackley picked up the complete game win by scattering 4 hits and striking out 5.
Barker will host the Medina Mustangs on Monday for the next contest.
Varsity Softball Avenges Loss To Lakewomen
May 7, 2014
WILSON -- The Lady Raiders Varsity Softball team avenged an early season loss with a 13-7 win over Wilson on Wednesday. Kelsey Blackley led the way offensively with 3 hits including a 3 run home run. Olivia Denny had 2 hits including a double. Destinee Hillman and Erika Moeller each had 2 hits. Brooke Bodine,Melissa Grosshans and Heather Mason all chipped in with a hit.
Blackley and Moeller combined their efforts in the circle to keep the Wilson hitters off balance.
The Lady Raiders return to action Thursday afternoon at home for a doubleheader against CSAT.
Moeller Scatters 4 Hits And Strikes Out 10 At Newfane
April 28, 2014
NEWFANE -- The Varsity Softball team had a solid 10-2 win on Monday over Newfane. Offensively, the team was led by Destinee Hillman with 3 hits, including 2 doubles. Olivia Denny and Kelsey Blackley each had 2 hits. One of Blackley’s hits was a triple. Brooke Bodine, Courtney Bodine, Lindsey Williams, Brooke Targus, Melissa Grosshans, and Heather Mason all added 1 hit. Erika Moeller picked up the complete game win in the circle striking out 10 while scattering 4 hits.
Blackley's Bomb Sparks Victory At Vets Park
April 24, 2014
MEDINA -- The Varsity Softball team put in a strong effort on the turf in Medina on Thursday and came away with a victory. Kelsey Blackley hit a monster 3 run home run to get things going in the first inning. Blackley finished the day with 2 hits and 4 RBI. Brooke Targus and Olivia Denny also had 2 hits each. Destinee Hillman, Mary Rounds and Courtney Bodine all added 1 hit. Erika Moeller picked up the complete game win in the circle striking out 13, while only surrendering just 3 hits.
The Lady Raiders will travel to Roy-Hart on Friday.
Bodine Knocks In Winning Run
April 3, 2014
BARKER -- The Varsity Softball team had a 13-12 come from behind win over Albion on Tuesday to open up their 2014 season. Leading the offensive attack was Destinee Hillman with 3 hits and Mary Rounds with 2 hits and 4 RBI. Brooke Bodine had 2 hits and 2 RBI. Erika Moeller added a hit and 2 RBI. One of Bodine’s hits scored Heather Mason with what proved to be the game winning run. Olivia Denny and Kelsey Blackley each had 1 hit while Brooke Targus had a double.
Defensively, the Lady Raiders were led by Melissa Grosshans and Denny with several strong plays. Moeller picked up the win in the circle with 7 strikeouts over 3-1/3 innings. Blackley pitched a solid 3-2/3 innings and had 3 strikeouts. It was a nice win for the Lady Raiders as they battled temperatures in the mid 30s and a tough Albion team.
BARKER -- Congratulations to the following Varsity Softball players for earning Niagara-Orleans League post season honors:
- Olivia Denny - First Team Niagara-Orleans League
- Sydney Webb - Second Team Niagara-Orleans League
- Kayla Moeller - Honorable Mention Niagara-Orleans League
- Makenzi Strickland - Honorable Mention Niagara-Orleans League
- Abigail Heitzenrater - Honorable Mention Niagara-Orleans League
The Lady Raiders tallied 11 hits. Brooke Bodine picked up three while Targus had two and Heitzenrater also had a pair. Sydney Webb and Blackley each belted doubles.