Ace starter Jimmy Bartsch led Hermantown to an 18-3 victory over Duluth Denfeld in both team's 2024 prep baseball season openers Wednesday afternoon at historic Wade Stadium in West Duluth. He scattered three hits in two innings of work, and helped his cause with three hits and three RBIs. The Hawks are also led by junior catcher River Freeman, one of the state's top prospects.
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Rather than simply documenting a pregame entrance, photog Oliver Tran captures the excitement, focus and anticipation that define one of the game's most emotional moments. The photograph invites viewers onto the field alongside the players as they prepare to compete in front of their home crowd.
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Stella Maris Academy pitcher Caroline Anderson led her young and talented team against Carlton-Wrenshall today.
Photos of the Day: Grand Rapids at Duluth Denfeld softball
Abby Skelly of Grand Rapids is mobbed by teammates at home plate after clubbing a long home run over the left field fence against Duluth Denfeld on Wednesday afternoon in a Lake Superior Conference game at Dick Swanson Fields outside Wade Stadium.
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Another photo (above) snapped by Howie has been selected as Photo of the Month by Editor & Publisher. More photos taken by Howie of West Duluth activities:
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