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Fredericktown caps spring with softball titles, perfect 15U baseball run

Fredericktown athletes closed out the spring season in June with championships across softball and baseball, showcasing talent, teamwork, and community pride.

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 14, 2026

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Danville track program celebrates historic season with multiple All‑Ohio honors

Danville Local Schools honored its track and field athletes on Sunday, June 28, during an awards night held in the high school gym.

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 7, 2026

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Danville’s Bocock, Bartok earn NFCA Region VIII Second‑Team honors

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 30, 2026

Danville High School placed two athletes on the NFCA Region VIII Second Team, underscoring the program’s growing presence in high school softball.

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Fredericktown’s Bouton wins state shot put title, Alexander sets pole vault record

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 16, 2026

Fredericktown’s track and field program capped its season with historic performances at the OHSAA Jesse Owens State Championships, held June 4–7 at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium.

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Danville softball finishes season as Division VI state champions

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 9, 2026

The Danville Blue Devils capped off a dream season by capturing the 2026 OHSAA Division VI State Softball Championship.

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East Knox athletes breakrecords at 2026 OHSAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 9, 2026

The 2026 OHSAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships in Columbus proved to be a milestone weekend for East Knox athletes, who showcased grit, speed, and teamwork on the state’s biggest stage.

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Jackets advance multiple state qualifiers after breakout regional

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 3, 2026

Mount Vernon turned the Division II Region 5 meet into one of the program’s most successful postseason weekends ever, sending a deep and balanced group of athletes to the OHSAA State Championships.

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East Knox track qualifies three athletes for regionals at Granville Districts

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 2, 2026

East Knox track and field delivered a determined showing at the OHSAA Division IV District meet in Granville, finishing seventh in the boys’ team standings with 59 points and producing three Regional qualifiers

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Utica men’s track and field earn district relay crowns

By Mount Vernon News | May 26, 2026

Utica’s men’s track and field team made their presence felt in the Division IV district meet, securing finishes that reflected both depth and determination.

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Yellow Jackets baseball tops Hayes in non‑conference clash, 10–5

By Mount Vernon News | May 26, 2026

A big third inning gave Mount Vernon control as the Yellow Jackets defeated Hayes, 10-5, in baseball action Thursday.

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Mount Vernon softball crowned district champions after 18–1 rout of Teays Valley

By Mount Vernon News | May 26, 2026

Mount Vernon’s power showed up early and kept coming as the Yellow Jackets defeated Teays Valley, 18-1, in softball action Monday.

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Utica baseball dominates Danville 10–1 behind Riggs’ complete game

By Mount Vernon News | May 19, 2026

Utica’s varsity baseball team showcased its offensive firepower on May 15, rolling past Danville 10–1 in a home non‑conference matchup.

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Mount Vernon volleyball secures 3–1 victory over DeSales in OHSAA Playoffs

By Mount Vernon News | May 19, 2026

Mount Vernon’s boys volleyball team advanced in the Division II state tournament with a 3–1 playoff victory over St. Francis DeSales on May 14.

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KMAC Champion East Knox sweeps Danville in back‑to‑back conference wins

By Mount Vernon News | May 19, 2026

East Knox defeated Danville in back‑to‑back conference matchups, winning 6–4 on Tuesday and 8–1 on Wednesday as the already‑crowned KMAC champions continued their dominant run.

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East Knox clinches 2026 KMAC Baseball Championship

By Mount Vernon News | May 12, 2026

The East Knox Bulldogs extended their winning streak with a commanding 5–0 shutout over Mt. Gilead on May 8, continuing a stretch of dominant baseball that has defined their spring campaign.

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Hershberger strikes like thunder, powers Jackets past Johnnies

By Mount Vernon Newswire | May 12, 2026

The Mount Vernon Yellow Jackets continued their strong conference play with an 11–2 victory over Johnstown‑Monroe on May 11, showcasing balanced offense, sharp pitching, and steady defense.

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Utica delivers grit and growth moments in home conference game

By Mount Vernon News | May 12, 2026

The Utica baseball team showed early promise but ultimately fell 13–4 to visiting Mount Vernon in a conference matchup on April 30, a game that opened with energy but slipped away as the innings wore on.

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Timely hits, steady pitching push Utica past Johnstown‑Monroe 4–3

By Mount Vernon News | May 5, 2026

Utica edged Johnstown‑Monroe 4–3 on April 27, 2026, at home, using timely hitting and a complete‑game effort on the mound to secure a tight baseball conference victory.