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Sophia Schelgunov, Madison Comer, and Kylee Zingale
May 9, 2025
Amy Garritano
Members of the softball team watch as the senior players engage in Teacher Appreciation Night.

Thursday, May 8th:

Yesterday, the softball team played against the Rocky River Pirates at home. Before the game, they celebrated Teacher Appreciation Night, and each senior team member chose a teacher to honor at their game. Unfortunately, the team lost to the Pirates 1-9. The softball team’s next game will be at Eastlake North High School on Monday, May 12th.

Upcoming This Weekend:

Friday, May 9th:

The baseball team will play against the North Ridgeville Rangers on their home turf tonight. Also, the boys and girls varsity track teams will compete in the Belle Invitational meet at Rocky River High School.

Saturday, May 10th:

On Saturday, the boys’ lacrosse team will be traveling to Avon Lake to play against the Avon Lake Shoremen. The girls’ lacrosse team will be playing at home against Padua Franciscan High School.

 

 

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Sophia Schelgunov (she/her) is a senior at Lakewood High School. This is her first year on staff. She is a varsity cheerleader for the sideline and competition cheer teams at LHS. She is a lifeguard for Foster Pool at Lakewood Park during summer breaks. She devotes her free time to spending time with friends, listening to music, and movie nights.
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