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Eagles Clear Top

IN THE ONLY GAME played Wednesday night in Premier League Softball, West Torrens pulled away to win 6-0 against Walkerville at West Beach Parks, to claim sole possession of top spot. The story of the night was the form of Eagles pitcher Steph Trzcinski, who conceded just one hit for 13 strikeouts in five innings

Bottom Versus Top Cliffhanger

WHAT A GREAT RE-START to the 2021-22 Premier League Softball season at West Beach Parks, with an exciting 1-0 game between top team West Torrens and bottom side Glenelg. It truly was a spectacular effort from both clubs, as pitching was the story of the game, with the only run of an unearned score by the Eagles in the third inning. Harper Bridley started for West Torrens, pitching four innings for one hit and four strikeouts.

Hills Snatch Mens State Title

THERE WAS RAIN, RAIN AND MORE RAIN over the weekend for the annual Softball State Championships at West Beach Parks, but titles were decided and in the men’s A grade, Hills snatched the victory from the jaws of defeat, to triumph 6-5 over NAMSA.

Paula Peterson 500 Games

Paula Peterson exudes black and gold and for Number 7 to bring up 500 games with her club family it was an extremely special event. It would be difficult to find a player who brings so much enthusiasm to each game, always encouraging and adopting a ‘never say die’ attitude with each game she plays.

Beck de Silva Walks it Off

IN A STUNNING LAST INNING comeback, Indigo Beck de Silva had a walk-off RBI single, to help Sturt secure a come-from-behind 5-4 victory over Port Adelaide in Premier League Softball at West Beach Parks. Trailing 4-3 going into the bottom of the seventh and final frame, the Falcons fought back against one of the premier pitchers of the competition, in Port’s Johanna Grauer.

Cats Get to the Falcons

WHAT AN INCREDIBLE SEASON? Sturt, sitting top of the Premier League Softball table, was expected to easily beat the struggling Walkerville, which was sitting fifth, two games out of the four. But the Cats triumphed. It wasn’t a pretty win by any means though, as Walkerville scored all its runs in the second inning, when Desi Giamarelos, Steph Collett, Chelsea Robinson, and Giamarelos again, collected hits, but the Falcons didn’t help their own chances with five errors.

Eight on the Trot

WEST TORRENS WON FOR the eighth consecutive time, with its 9-0 victory over Glenelg in Premier League Softball at West Beach Parks, but was forced to fight hard all the way. From a team struggling to keep in contact with the top four, the Eagles are now poised to make a push for the top of the table, and early premiership favouritism, as it is only one win behind ladder-leaders Sturt.

Big Hits Do The Trick

TAKING ADVANTAGE OF THREE big hits, West Torrens ensured a 4-0 victory over Glenelg in midweek Premier League Softball at West Beach Parks. In the first inning Amber Hood doubled and scored on Steph Trzcinski’s sacrifice fly to centrefield, to give the Eagles a 1-0 start.

Heat Beats Cats

WITH AN 8-3 VICTORY over Walkerville at West Beach Parks, Hills has moved into fourth spot on the Premier League Softball ladder. Starting with a bang and ending with a flurry, the Heat were able to lead all the way, although it was a tight game until Hills’ final explosion shut the door on the Cats.

Softball SA Statement

Softball SA is aware of allegations made in the media over the weekend, accusing a senior softball coach of sending explicit images to minors in 2017. Softball SA disputes any accusation that it failed to act on the matter, and followed due process based on the information available at the time.

Sturt Falcons Push for Positive Mental Health

The Sturt Falcons inaugural Mental Health Round supported by SA Softball commences this Saturday, with a special presentation from Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation before the Sturt vs Glenelg clash at 2pm. The Sturt Club Day tent will also be available on the day for mental health service information, mental health wristbands, and to take any donations. In a cruel twist of fate, Sturt Softball Club’s proposal for a Mental Health Round last year was cancelled due to Covid-19 restr

Falcons Grab Share of Top

WITH A COMPREHENSIVE 9-0 VICTORY over Port Adelaide, Sturt has grabbed a share of top spot in Premier League Softball, after midweek games at West Beach Parks. From when Bel White smashed a two-run home run in the first inning, the Falcons were in control, value-adding to the scoreline as the game progressed, while holding Port out. In the third inning Sturt scored four runs, after a pair of walks, Maddie Cameron’s two-run double, Millie Fidge’s run-scoring two bagger and an error.

Youth and Experience Drive Magpies

A COMBINATION OF YOUTH and experience is proving a successful formula for success at Port Adelaide in Premier League Softball, as the Magpies cruised to a 14-1 victory over Glenelg to stay in clear top spot. While pitching ace Johanna Grauer took up a role as designated hitter, 15-year-old Charlotte Dobroszczyk did not miss a beat from the circle, conceding one hit for three strikeouts in four innings, to lead Port to the win.

Cats Hood-'Winked'

WITH GEORGIA HOOD doing the job from the circle and with the bat, Hills stayed in touch with the Premier League Softball top four after beating Walkerville 6-1. Restricting the Cats to just three hits over five innings, Hood collected seven strikeouts to keep Walkerville’s batting in check.